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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
Construction Accounting Basics: 6 Questions Contractors Need to Ask When Starting a New Construction Firm
Starting your own construction company without a financial strategy rooted in smart accounting basics is like starting a build without a floor plan. Many of
Massachusetts Law Addresses Unemployment Solvency & Emergency Sick Leave
Governor Charlie Baker signed legislation in May that modified the way Massachusetts handles COVID-19-related unemployment claims and the COVID-19 Temporary Emergency Paid Sick Leave Program.
Webinar: Like-Kind Exchanges (IRC 1031)
ARB Principal David V. Jean CPA, CCIFP, CExP, provides a detailed overview of like-kind exchanges. From discussing the “loophole” that allows taxpayers to defer and
The NCUA’s New Rules on the Transition to the CECL Methodology & Capitalization of Interest
The journey to implement the Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL) accounting method has proven to be especially complex for credit unions. The Financial Accounting Standards
PPP Borrowers Are No Longer Required to Submit Forms 3509 & 3510 for Forgiveness of Large Loans
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan borrowers will no longer required to submit Form 3509, PPP Loan Necessity Questionnaire (For-Profit Borrowers) and Form 3510, PPP Loan