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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

Prepare for 2022 Nonprofit Financial Statement Engagement
For nonprofits, the New Year is ushering in new hope. Organizations are learning to adapt to meet the challenges of the pandemic, and the upward

Mastering the Art & Science of Credit Union Compliance
For credit unions, maintaining compliance with authoritative guidance and regulatory requirements has become both an art and a science. Sure, most rules and regulations are

2021 Tax Planning: What Contractors Need to Know
When tax time rolls around, it is not uncommon for contractors to feel like the deck is automatically stacked against them. But the right tax

House Passes The Infrastructure: What’s Next?
On Friday, November 5th, the House passed (228-206) the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (the Infrastructure Bill, the Bill). The Bill passed in the Senate

The Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan Is Now In Effect
As of October 18th, Governor Mills’ plan to support Maine’s small businesses and workers, the Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan (the Plan), is in effect.