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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

New Hampshire Legislation Reduces Corporate Taxes & Eliminates Personal Income Tax
On June 28, 2021, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu signed HB2, An Act Relative to State Fees, Funds, Revenues, and Expenditures. The Act provides tax

How Contractors Can Avoid 10 Common Exit Planning Mistakes
Exiting your business requires long-term, comprehensive planning, whether you plan to pass your company to family members, sell your interest to a partner, or sell

Supreme Court Vacates District Court’s Judgement on a Provision of the Affordable Care Act
On June 17, 2021, the Supreme Court issued an opinion that reverses and remands California et al. v. Texas et al. The lawsuit was originally

PPP Recipients in NH Catch a Break | Fate of the Millionaires Tax Falls to MA Voters
New Hampshire Exempts Forgiven Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loans from Business Profits Tax Governor Chris Sununu signed SB 3 on Thursday, June 10th, adding New

Maine’s Back-To-Work Grant Program
The Mills Administration launched a new program to boost the State of Maine’s economy by bringing workers to Maine employers in need and getting unemployed