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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
SBA Prepares to Launch Restaurant Revitalization Fund Program
Eligible establishments may begin the application portal registration process for the SBA’s Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) on Friday, April 30, 2021, at 9 a.m. EDT.
Aggregating Dealership Activities Might Increase Your 199a Deduction
Section 199a of The Tax Cuts & Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) established the Qualified Business Income Deduction (QBID or 199a deduction), a 20% deduction
How Does COVIDTRA Legislation Affect Craft Breweries?
On December 27th, President Trump signed the COVID-Related Tax Relief Act (COVIDTRA), a $908 billion relief package, into law. The legislation includes new and expanded
MA Clarifies 2020 Tax Treatment of PPP Income, EIDL Grants, & SBA Debt Relief Subsidies
On April 1, 2021, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts passed amendments to House bill No. 89, An Act Financing a Program for Improvements to the Unemployment
IRS Issues Guidance on Employee Retention Credit for 2021
On April 2, 2021, the IRS issued Notice 2021-23, Guidance on the Employee Retention Credit under the CARES Act for the First and Second Calendar