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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

How Operating Agreements Help Firms Eliminate What If’s
Anytime you have a destination to reach, it helps to have a roadmap of how to get there. As a professional services firm, your course

Construction Technology Trends | What’s Ahead for 2022?
Contractors have always had to keep a close watch on technology trends to stay on the leading edge of the industry. But, historically, they have

Reporting Executive Compensation for Exempt Organizations
IRC Section 4960, the tax law governing exempt organization executive compensation, has already impacted the tax liabilities of many tax-exempt organizations, which could become more

FASB Votes on Credit Losses, TDRs & Vintage Disclosures
On February 2, 2022, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB or the Board) issued its tentative decisions on the proposed Accounting Standards Update (ASU), Financial

How Mergers and Acquisitions Affect Buyer/Seller 401(k)s
What would happen to your company’s 401(k) plan if you merged with or acquired another company? It’s a question that’s coming up more and more