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Managing Cash Flow Is Critical in Both Challenging and Good Times
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. In times of economic distress or industry uncertainty, cash flow issues can quickly bubble to the surface.

IRS Issues Interim Guidance on Bonus Depreciation Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
At a Glance The IRS has issued interim guidance (Notice 2026-11) explaining how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act affects first-year depreciation deductions, with a

Inflation, Costs, and Fear of Rising Prices
External events, like supply shortages and inflation, make running a successful business even more challenging. In today’s inflation market, business owners can be forced to

Massachusetts Proposes Legislation to Delay OBBBA Conformity: What It Means for Businesses and Taxpayers
At a Glance Massachusetts lawmakers are considering legislation that could change how—and when—certain federal tax benefits under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) apply

Tax Planning: C Corporation Owners May Face IRS Scrutiny
Originally published in On-Site, ARB’s Construction Industry newsletter. Construction is a high-risk industry. Many contractors convert their businesses to C corporations to avoid personal liability for

IRS Issues FAQs on Deduction for Qualified Overtime Compensation
At a Glance The IRS has released FAQs clarifying the new federal income tax deduction for qualified overtime compensation enacted under the One Big Beautiful

Maine’s Business Equipment Tax Programs Can Provide Tax Relief for Eligible Businesses
The State of Maine offers Business Equipment Tax Programs to provide eligible Mainers with tax relief and to encourage capital investment in Maine. The Business

ARB Places 4th and 9th in MECPA Exercise Challenge
On November 15th, Albin, Randall and Bennett finished the last day of the six-week “Commit to Fit” challenge hosted by the MECPA. With only six

IRS Issues Revenue Ruling on Deductions Related to PPP Loan Forgiveness
The IRS has issued Revenue Ruling 2020-27, which sets forth the IRS’s position on the timing of the disallowance of deductions related to Paycheck Protection

Surety Teams: David Jean Contributes to Construction Executive
Some say it takes a village, while Construction Executive suggests a lead singer relies on the support of the band behind them. Whichever metaphor you

PPP Loans, Forgiven Expenses, & 2020 Deductions
As tax planners, we are familiar with the uncertain world of predicting future events and their related tax consequences. In working with businesses who obtained