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IRS FIRE is retiring: Prepare now for IRIS in 2027
The way businesses electronically file 1099s and other information returns with the IRS is changing. The IRS is retiring its Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE)

2026 W-2 Reporting Changes: Is Your Payroll Process Ready?
If your business pays overtime or employs workers who earn tips, there’s a new payroll reporting requirement you shouldn’t wait until year-end to address. Beginning

ARB Earns 2026 Best Places to Work Honors
Albin, Randall & Bennett is proud to be one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Maine and Best Places to Work for Women.

Maine PTET 2026: An Annual Planning Decision for Business Leaders
Maine’s new PTET begins in 2026. Learn who qualifies, how the 90% credit works, and what businesses should consider before making the annual election.

ARB Announces 2026 Promotions
Albin, Randall & Bennett is pleased to announce the following promotions: Nate Marcet, CPA, is promoted to Tax Director. Nate joined ARB in 2023 and

Albin, Randall & Bennett Announces the Promotions of Matthew S. Marcoullier and Samantha J. Pedersen to Principal
PORTLAND, MAINE, JULY 27, 2026 —Albin, Randall & Bennett (ARB) is pleased to announce the promotions of Matthew S. Marcoullier, CPA, and Samantha J. Pedersen, CPA, to

IRS EV Credit Transfer Program
Whether you currently sell (or plan to sell) EV’s or not, there are steps you can take now to be eligible to claim credits in

John E. Hadwen and Benjamin A. Lord: ARB’s Newest Principals
Effective January 1, 2024, Albin, Randall & Bennett is pleased to announce the promotions of John E. Hadwen, CPA and Benjamin A. Lord, CPA, CCIFP,

Employee Benefit Plan Roundup: What to Expect in 2024
There has been a lot of buzz surrounding retirement savings and employee benefit plans recently, even more so after new legislation and sweeping changes to

Using Succession Planning Services to Set Smart Exit Goals
As the saying goes, you can’t take it with you. Every business owner will eventually have to exit their business, whether by choice or because

Headlights: Autumn 2023
Download the PDF Managing Factory Incentives With supply chains still shaking off the effects of the pandemic and demand starting to soften, original equipment manufacturers