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SBA loan programs for nonprofits in response to COVID-19
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, administered under the 7(a) guaranty loan program, are being provided through local financial institutions.
Do you have tax questions related to COVID-19? Here are some answers
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has affected many Americans’ finances. Here are some answers to questions you may have right now. My employer closed the office and I’m working from home. Can I deduct any of the related expenses?
FFCRA update: DOL clarifies issues related to paid leave
The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) Wage and Hour Division recently posted additional guidance regarding paid sick and emergency childcare leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).
Benchmarking: Why normalizing adjustments are essential
Financial statements aren’t particularly meaningful without a relevant basis of comparison. There are two types of “benchmarks” that a company’s financials can be compared to — its own historical performance and the performance of other comparable businesses.
Adjust your expectations of business interruption coverage
A natural place to turn when disaster strikes is insurance. The very reason you pay premiums and deal with the paperwork is to have these risk management policies in place when necessary.
Nonprofits: Navigate COVID-19 obstacles with virtual board meetings
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has forced many of us to work differently — whether it’s isolated at home or in-person wearing facial masks and other protective gear.
IRA account value down? It might be a good time for a Roth conversion
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused the value of some retirement accounts to decrease because of the stock market downturn.
Hiring independent contractors? Make sure they’re properly classified
As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, your business may be using independent contractors to keep costs low. But you should be careful that these workers are properly classified for federal tax purposes. If the IRS reclassifies them as employees, it can be an expensive mistake.
The rules have changed regarding your IRAs, RMDs and estate plan
Many people’s estates typically include IRAs. Be aware that two major laws passed into law recently, the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, have had a direct effect on IRAs.