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IRS FIRE is retiring: Prepare now for IRIS in 2027
The way businesses electronically file 1099s and other information returns with the IRS is changing. The IRS is retiring its Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE)
2026 W-2 Reporting Changes: Is Your Payroll Process Ready?
If your business pays overtime or employs workers who earn tips, there’s a new payroll reporting requirement you shouldn’t wait until year-end to address. Beginning
ARB Earns 2026 Best Places to Work Honors
Albin, Randall & Bennett is proud to be one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Maine and Best Places to Work for Women.
Maine PTET 2026: An Annual Planning Decision for Business Leaders
Maine’s new PTET begins in 2026. Learn who qualifies, how the 90% credit works, and what businesses should consider before making the annual election.
ARB Announces 2026 Promotions
Albin, Randall & Bennett is pleased to announce the following promotions: Nate Marcet, CPA, is promoted to Tax Director. Nate joined ARB in 2023 and
Albin, Randall & Bennett Announces the Promotions of Matthew S. Marcoullier and Samantha J. Pedersen to Principal
PORTLAND, MAINE, JULY 27, 2026 —Albin, Randall & Bennett (ARB) is pleased to announce the promotions of Matthew S. Marcoullier, CPA, and Samantha J. Pedersen, CPA, to
Treasury Department Issues PPP Interim Final Rule
Thursday, April 2, The US Treasury issued the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) – Interim Final Rule. This governing document includes a number of changes and clarifications
IRS Issues Advance Payment of Employer Credits Form 7200
The IRS has issued Form 7200, Advance Payment of Employer Credits Due to COVID-19. Form 7200 will be used to request an advance payment of
The CARES Act for Nonprofits
This past couple of weeks, we’ve shared a lot of information about the three recently passed pieces of legislation that are the direct result of
CARES Act Establishes Paycheck Protection Program
On Friday, March 27, 2020, President Trump signed the $2.2 trillion spending bill, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), into law,
The SBA’s EIDL Program: Additional Business Assistance for COVID-19
The enactment of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) commences Phase III of the economic stimulus plan created to swiftly provide