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Dealing with Complex Co-Ownership Setups
Co-owned businesses come with numerous complexities. One of the biggest challenges for co-owners is determining how to approach the exit of another co-owner, especially when

2026 Business Outlook: Key Economic, Tax, and Strategic Trends Impacting Owners, Employers, and Investors
At a Glance After several years of economic shifts and rapid innovation, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of recalibration and opportunity across

New England Auto Dealerships 2025 Year in Review
At a Glance For auto dealerships across New England, 2025 was a year of recalibration. The pace of change in vehicle technology, consumer expectations, and

Business Value Is More Than a Measuring Stick
Is it possible for a $5 million business to be more valuable than a $15 million business? Let’s look at a fictional but representative story

Manufacturing in Maine 2025 Year in Review
At a Glance Maine’s manufacturing sector spent 2025 balancing innovation and resilience. Despite global uncertainty, the state saw continued investment in advanced materials, precision manufacturing,

Construction Industry in Maine 2025 Year in Review
At a Glance As 2025 draws to a close, Maine’s construction industry stands at a crossroads between growth and growing pains. From the rising cost

Update on Maine LD 1891: Testimony Recap
On January 25, 2024, ARB Principal John E. Hadwen provided testimony before the Maine Legislature on LD 1891: An Act to Support Maine Businesses Through

New EV Tax Credit Goes into Effect in 2024
Electric vehicle (EV) tax credits have historically been one of the most substantial federal initiatives available to American consumers, and thanks to a new clean

Three Things Credit Unions Can Consider in Light of Recent Fed Rates
The Federal Reserve’s 2023 strategy to combat record inflation in the United States was largely marked by a parade of federal funds rate hikes and

Securing Your Legacy: Succession Planning for Optimal Transactional Value Webinar Recap
The same principles that build and strengthen a business in the present increase the odds of a profitable exit. That’s why business succession planning is a continuous process; not something to begin when the founder is preparing to leave the business.

Dealership Year-End Review and Clean-up – It’s not too Late!
The first couple weeks of January can be a blur from the time you step back in the dealership after New Year’s Day to the