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What to Ask in an Accounting Firm Interview (and Why It Matters)
If you’re heading into an interview at an accounting firm, you’re probably focused on how to answer questions well. But don’t forget—interviews are a two-way

One Big Beautiful Bill: What Family-Owned Businesses Need to Know
The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) delivers a wide range of permanent and temporary tax changes that will affect family-owned businesses, their owners, and their

No Exit Plan? What’s the Worst That Can Happen?
When you’re running a successful business, creating a plan for your eventual exit may be the last thing on your mind. “I have way too

How Externships and Internships Help You Choose the CPA Firm That Works for You
Starting a career in accounting isn’t just about choosing a major—it’s about finding the right environment to grow professionally. With so many CPA firms offering

ARB Earns Spot on Best Places to Work in Maine List for 13th Consecutive Year
For the thirteenth consecutive year, Albin, Randall & Bennett has been recognized among the Best Places to Work in Maine. This milestone underscores ARB’s continued

OBBB Update: No Changes to Returns or Withholding for Tax Year 2025 Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
The IRS has confirmed that for the 2025 tax year, employers and payroll providers should continue using the current forms and withholding schedules — including

Liquidity, the Coronavirus, and Auto Dealers
Remember the old saying “cash is king?” Well, at least liquidity is king in good times, but especially in bad times. Whether you think the

Energy Program Memberships for Manufacturers: Have You Considered the Benefits?
Take a moment to think about your primary business goals as a manufacturing company. It’s likely your goals align with other manufacturers and are along

Cost Segregation Studies: Taking Full Advantage of Accelerated Depreciation
When a building asset hits your books as a fixed asset, whether due to purchase, construction, or renovation, the straight-line depreciation method tells us to

Revisiting the Opportunity Zone Tax Deferral Provision
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) established section 199A to help reduce income tax liability for individuals, trusts, and estates to parallel

Is Your Brewery Taking Full Advantage of the R&D Credit?
The Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit has been around since 1981, but don’t let this one’s age fool you. The legislation behind the credit