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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

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

Developing & Monitoring Meaningful Nonprofit Data Metrics
All nonprofit organizations have a mission. But how do you know if your organization is on the right track for success or where you stand

Exit Planning: Identifying Value Drivers & Using KPIs
As a business owner, it is your job to create value within your business. And in the early stages of exit planning, you need to

Roles of Employee Benefit Plan CPAs, TPAs & Attorneys
CPAs, third-party administrators (TPAs), and attorneys can all provide specialized services to an employee benefit plan. All of these advisors play an important role in