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What are the key distinctions between layoffs and furloughs?
As businesses across the country grapple with the economic fallout from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, many must decide whether to downsize their workforces to lower payroll costs and stabilize cash flow.
Donor care during the COVID-19 pandemic
One of the many challenges of operating a not-for-profit organization during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is that just when you desperately need financial support, many donors are unable to help.
Relief from not making employment tax deposits due to COVID-19 tax credits
The IRS has issued guidance providing relief from failure to make employment tax deposits for employers that are entitled to the refundable tax credits provided under two laws passed in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
How the CARES Act affects employer-sponsored benefits
By now, most employers have presumably read up on the basic tax relief and financial assistance aspects of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. What you may not have heard much about is how the law affects employer-sponsored benefit plans.
Questions to ask when making COVID-19 risk disclosures
Efforts to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have led to suspension of many economic activities, putting unprecedented strain on businesses.
Review your estate plan in the midst of a major life shock
Generally, it’s recommended that you review your estate plan at year’s end. It’s a good time to check whether any life events have taken place in the past 12 months or so that affect your plan.
IRS to extend tax return filing deadline
Last updated: April 10, 2020 The IRS recently issued Notice 2020-23, which provides additional relief to filing and payment deadlines in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Small business loan options related to COVID-19
Last Updated 4/1/2020 All affected businesses with under 500 employees will be eligible for the below programs:
Just launched: The SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program
To stem the tide of joblessness caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the Small Business Administration (SBA) has officially launched the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).