Category Archives: COVID-19

Paycheck Protection Program: New Guidance for Self-Employed Businesses

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In a previous post, we provided an overview of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), one of the loan provisions under the CARES Act. There has been an abundance of new information released about this program. One significant change is new guidance for self-employed businesses. If you are an independent contractor and sole proprietor, what should […]

What is the Federal Payroll Tax Deferment?

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Many small businesses are applying for economic assistance through either EIDL or PPP loan programs. However, it seems that getting approval for these programs is taking longer than anticipated. What are some other ways that small business owners can get more immediate relief? As part of the CARES Act, employers can seek deferment of certain federal payroll […]

Saving Cash During a Crisis

Cash is tight for many small businesses right now as non-essential activities are being restricted. Of course, health and safety are paramount during these difficult times. But, no doubt, the health of your business is also on your mind. Finding ways to save cash can help you to weather this storm. But what are some […]

What is the Paycheck Protection Program?

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You no doubt have heard about the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that allocated $349 billion to help small businesses keep workers employed amid the pandemic and economic downturn. One of the features of the CARES Act is the Paycheck Protection Program. What is it? The Paycheck Protection Program is a loan […]

What is the Economic Injury Disaster Loan & Advance?

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You no doubt have heard about the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that allocated $349 billion to help small businesses keep workers employed amid the pandemic and economic downturn. One of the features of the CARES Act is the Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL).   Update: This article does not contain the most […]

Working from home: How will it all work?

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This is the third part of our Working from home series.  In Where should you start?, we discussed how to quickly form a plan to transition your team to remote work, focusing on the needs that have the highest priority. In Which apps should you use?, we provided you with a shortlist of tools that […]

Working from home: Which apps should you use?

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In our previous blog, we discussed how transitioning your team to working from home can be a challenge. Be sure to check out the suggestions on how to get started.  So let’s say that you have drafted your list of priorities and have identified your team’s MOST pressing need for working remotely. Is your greatest […]

Working from home: Where should you start?

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In light of the current COVID-19 situation, many small business owners and their teams’ are working from home, some for the first time. We know that this change can be very challenging for small business owners.  There are many technologies available that can enable you and your team to work successfully from home. But where should […]