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The Business Owner’s Balancing Act: Growth Vs. Burnout
For most business owners, growth is good. But there are situations where growth can position the business to fail and business owners to burn out.

Financial and Practical Considerations When Buying or Selling an Auto Dealership
At a Glance The auto retail market continues to shift as consolidation, OEM priorities, and consumer behavior reshape the industry. For owners and financial decision

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

Payroll Implications of Maine’s Emerging Pass-Through Entity Tax
Update: Maine has enacted an elective pass-through entity tax effective for tax years beginning in 2026. Read ARB’s current Maine PTET guide. ————————- As Maine

2025 Electric Vehicle Requirements and Incentives Across New England: What Dealerships Need to Know
Electric vehicle (EV) requirements and incentives are in a period of transition across New England. Between shifting state sales mandates, adjustments to rebate programs, and

OBBBA Penalty Relief: IRS Notice 2025-62 Provides Transition Year for “No Tax on Tips and Overtime” Reporting
At a Glance IRS Notice 2025-62 provides temporary penalty relief for tax year 2025 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). The notice applies

What Does Your Exit Map Look Like?
Most business owners have never exited their businesses before. Just like taking a big trip to a new place requires good planning to truly enjoy

Securing Remote Sales: How Dealerships Can Outsmart Fraud
In recent years, dealerships have embraced phone and online sales to streamline transactions and expand their market—but this convenience has also opened the door to