We’ve heard Dr. Fauci talk of “waves” of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) since the pandemic made its way to America. While our focus back then was flattening the curve, we still had this notion of another peak wave coming in winter, when the traditional flu normally rises up. Well, we’re now in the middle of that second… Continue reading The Second Wave of COVID-19 And Your Small Business
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CDC Recommendations for Businesses Operating during COVID
The CDC has some pretty good guidelines to help you keep your employees and customers healthy while keeping your doors open. You can read the full set of guidelines here, but we thought we’d list some of the highlights for you below. There are ways to navigate this pandemic safely and profitably. Let’s take a… Continue reading CDC Recommendations for Businesses Operating during COVID
Out of Work? OnwardCA Offers Resources to the Unemployed
If you’re recently out of work due to COVID-19, you’ll want to check our OnwardCA (part of OnwardUS). They provide a smart, simple way to connect with assistance resources based on your specific situation. Losing a job can put you and your whole family in a real bind. You may need help with job transition… Continue reading Out of Work? OnwardCA Offers Resources to the Unemployed
SBA Resources: Debt Relief
Do you currently have an SBA 7a Loan through your bank with the SBA? If so, you can use this program, and the SBA will actually make your loan payments, including interest, for six months. And even better news is that you don’t even need to apply for this. The SBA will automatically apply the… Continue reading SBA Resources: Debt Relief
SBA Resources: The SBA Express Bridge Loans
The SBA Express Bridge Loan is a fast, short-term solution for small businesses with SBA loans to get up to $25,000. The money from these loans can be used to assist the business that is losing revenue due to the coronavirus crisis. It can also be used to help while waiting on another loan to… Continue reading SBA Resources: The SBA Express Bridge Loans
SBA Resources: The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
As Congress continues to craft and vote on new stimuli programs, the Paycheck Protection Program continues to be the foundation of help for small businesses. These loans are SBA 7a Loans. However, as long as the funds are used for keeping or rehiring employees, the loan is forgivable. What is the PPP? Here is how… Continue reading SBA Resources: The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
The ASCEND Small Business Coronavirus Survival Plan
It’s only been a few weeks of this coronavirus pandemic. But it feels like a decade since it started. Many business owners have been affected by official orders, have seen customers disappear and are fearful of their future. It’s time to start taking action and doing what we can to make it through this. To… Continue reading The ASCEND Small Business Coronavirus Survival Plan