Blog | Albin Randall & Bennett
Recent Articles

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

Treasury & IRS Extend Federal Individual Income Tax Due Date for 2020 Tax Year; State of Maine Follows Suit
The Treasury Department and IRS extended the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year to May 17, 2021. The State of Maine also extended the due date for 2020 Maine income tax returns to May 17, 2021.

American Rescue Plan Act of 2021: What Business Taxpayers Need to Know
On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) into law. “This legislation is about giving the backbone of

American Rescue Plan Act of 2021: What Individual Taxpayers Need to Know
On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) into law. “This legislation is about giving the backbone of

Exit Planning for Family Business Transfers
A family business transfer is a common exit path for business owners. Just like any family affair, family business transfers come with benefits and drawbacks.

The Annual ARB Games Return
An Overview of ARB’s Annual Tax Season Games Every year during tax season, Albin, Randall & Bennett hosts the ARB Games. As a way to