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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

IRS Issues Notice 2020-39: Provisions Provided for QOF Investors Affected by COVID-19
The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act introduced legislation surrounding the Opportunity Zone Program, a tax incentive program allowing tax breaks for those investing in

MANP Issues Guidelines for Safely Reopening Nonprofit Organizations in Maine
All sectors of business in Maine have been affected by the COVID-19 crisis, and nonprofits are definitely no exception. As our communities, businesses, and organizations

Tax Planning for 2020, A Pandemic Year
This year is already turning out to be a unique one, in terms of its uncertainty associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. It seems like so

Qualified Improvement Property –Error Fixed!
The CARES Act was passed in late March, largely to provide stimulus and emergency assistance to individuals and businesses adversely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

FASB Issues ASU Delaying Effective Date for Revenue Recognition & Lease Accounting Standards for Certain Entities
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the global economy, and U.S. businesses are no exception. On June 3, 2020, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)