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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
Maine’s Property Tax Relief Programs
Maine has two programs targeted specifically to helping new and established businesses invest for growth by allowing them to recoup local property taxes paid on eligible business equipment and property.
OMB Extends Due Date for Certain Single Audits
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a memorandum on March 19th, which announced a six-month extension of the due date for certain single
Congress Passes the PPP Extension Act of 2021
Update as of March 30, 2021 On March 30, 2021, President Biden signed the PPP Extension Act of 2021. The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Expands Nonprofit PPP Eligibility
On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) into law, providing several tax relief provisions for individuals, businesses,
State of Maine to Conform to Federal Treatment of PPP Loans & Other Tax Relief Provisions
On March 18, 2021, Maine Governor Janet Mills signed the fiscal year 2020-2021 supplemental budget into law. The supplemental budget includes legislation ruling that the