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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
Webinar: PPP Loan Forgiveness Update–We’re Getting Closer
On Thursday, May 21 2020, ARB’s Holly D. Ferguson, CPA, Barton D. Haag CPA and Matthew J. Pore, CPA led a webinar; PPP Loan Forgiveness
Form 990 for Nonprofit Organizations: Ordinary Tax Form, or Extraordinary Marketing Tool?
Tax Form 990 is an annual information return nonprofits use to disclose their annual operating information to the public. Form 990 has existed for almost
SBA FAQ #46 Provides Some Guidance and Relief for PPP Borrowers of Under $2 Million
SBA/Treasury just issued FAQ #46 with a safe harbor for the “good faith certification” for obtaining the PPP loan. The safe harbor indicates loans less
Webinar Recording: You Have Your PPP Loan…Now What?
Recently, Bart Haag, CPA, Holly Ferguson, CPA and Matt Pore, CPA presented a webinar with the New Hampshire Automobile Dealers Association. They discussed the Paycheck
New Guidance Issued for PPP: Companies Advised to Revisit Certification of Good Faith & Reevaluate Loan Needs
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) has provided critical support to small businesses across the nation. Many businesses have been able to appropriately modify and maintain