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How OBBB Will Reshape Itemized Deductions for High-Income Earners
At a Glance The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), enacted July 4, 2025, significantly reshapes itemized deductions for high-income taxpayers. Key provisions include a new

SECURE 2.0 Act Current Timeline for ESOPs, KSOPs, and 401(k)s
At a Glance The SECURE 2.0 Act brings several retirement plan changes that directly and indirectly affect ESOP-owned businesses. While many provisions target 401(k) and

Federal ESOP Legislation Update: Key 2025 Bills and What They Mean for Employee-Owned Companies
At a Glance This article summarizes recent federal legislation affecting employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), including bills passed by the Senate in 2025 and others

Which Calculated Risks Should You Consider?
Minimizing risks is a goal that many business owners have. But sometimes, there are instances where taking calculated risks becomes a necessity, especially when you

Understanding the AGI Reduction for Charitable Contributions Under the OBBB
At a Glance The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) introduces an annual reduction equal to 0.5% of adjusted gross income (AGI) for charitable contribution deductions

Consider an SOC Report to Help Manage Supply Chain Risks
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. The pandemic revealed just how fragile global supply chains can be. In addition to contagious diseases, various

Expanded State Economic Recovery Efforts: Two New Maine Grant Programs Available to Certain Businesses & Organizations
Two additional grant programs for businesses in Maine are now available, as part of the State’s continued economic recovery efforts: The Maine Tourism, Hospitality &

Succession Planning for Business Owners: Insights on Your Role and Your Company’s Transferable Value
In business, an inflection point is synonymous with a turning point, or a time of significant change. When these points occur, and throughout the life

FinCEN Clarification: BSA Due Diligence for Charities and Nonprofits
In an effort to provide clarity to credit unions on applying a risk-based approach to BSA due diligence for charities and nonprofit organizations, FinCEN, in

IRS Issues Final Regulations: UBIT and Calculating UBTI for Separate Unrelated Trades and Businesses
The IRS recently issued final regulations that provide exempt organizations subject to the unrelated business income tax (UBIT) with guidelines for determining whether their organization

ARB is Thankful. . .
What is ARB thankful for this year? 2020 has been a year full of unexpected surprises and developing new norms. However, through the chaos, ARB