Blog | Albin Randall & Bennett
Recent Articles

Exit Planning in an Uncertain Economy: Business Growth Opportunities Remain Despite COVID-19 Crisis
As a business owner, exit planning is inevitable. From planning to implementation, exiting a business often takes about 3-5 years, so a comprehensive exit plan

IRS Issues Notice 2020-39: Provisions Provided for QOF Investors Affected by COVID-19
The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act introduced legislation surrounding the Opportunity Zone Program, a tax incentive program allowing tax breaks for those investing in

MANP Issues Guidelines for Safely Reopening Nonprofit Organizations in Maine
All sectors of business in Maine have been affected by the COVID-19 crisis, and nonprofits are definitely no exception. As our communities, businesses, and organizations

Tax Planning for 2020, A Pandemic Year
This year is already turning out to be a unique one, in terms of its uncertainty associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. It seems like so

Qualified Improvement Property –Error Fixed!
The CARES Act was passed in late March, largely to provide stimulus and emergency assistance to individuals and businesses adversely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

FASB Issues ASU Delaying Effective Date for Revenue Recognition & Lease Accounting Standards for Certain Entities
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the global economy, and U.S. businesses are no exception. On June 3, 2020, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)

4 Dealership Accounting Practices That Eat Away At Profit
If your vehicle has poor fuel economy, you’ll still make it to your destination, but it will be costly. The same is true for auto

Federal Student Loan Relief & Programs Available in Maine
As the expiration of pandemic-related student loan relief was nearing once again, the Federal Government and some states stepped in to extend further relief to

The Clean Vehicle Credit: What Dealerships Need To Know
On August 16, 2022, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (the Act) into law. The Act gave rise to The Clean Vehicle Credit, a

CECL Audit Approach: New Methodology to Account for TDRs
The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has been working to improve the implementation and transition to the Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL) method of accounting

Buy-Side Due Diligence | M&A Best Practices for Contractors
Contractors often leverage M&A opportunities to grow revenue and meet growth, development, and other strategic goals. For example, acquiring or merging with a firm with