Main Street Loans Opening Up for Smaller Businesses

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This article discusses the most recent announcement from the Federal Reserve Board. This is significant for small businesses because the minimum loan amount went from $250,000 to $100,000 on three Main Street loan facilities. Additionally, they published a frequently asked clarification document that answers questions concerning the paycheck protection program. Be sure to check out […]

Fighting Financial Fraud

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This article discusses how the coronavirus pandemic, and in particular, telecommuting, has raised a new set of problems for managers in terms of company fraud. Working from home has its benefits, but as a company owner or manager, it also has a lot of risks. Tools to fight fraud have been increasing through the years, […]

Small Business Best Practices for the Remainder of 2020

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This article discusses some of the best business practices that your business can partake in order to ensure or maintain results during this hard time. From knowing the weaknesses of your products to having a playbook and the right tools, these tips can be very useful as we continue on in 2020. Be sure to […]

Successful Employee Recruitment Strategies

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This article is aimed at helping small businesses grow in the right direction through the recruitment process. Some of the best practices outlined in this link are identifying what your vacant jobs entail, advertising, and holding introductory calls. Be sure to check out this link and review all of the strategies because recruitment is a […]

Family Business Trends in a Post-COVID-19 World

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This article discusses how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted the national economy, and in particular, family enterprises. However, being educated on emerging trends such as the rise of small cities, an increase in digitalization, and a slowdown in globalization can help your family business get back on the right track. To view this article, click […]

Opportunity Zone Tax Incentive Benefits

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This article discusses a rare opportunity that the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act have produced for investors in the United States. Long story short, this act is incentivizing investors to invest in distressed communities in order to receive tax benefits in the hopes of “spur[ing] economic development and job creation” in those regions. Be sure […]

How COVID-19 Has Changed Business Forever

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This article discusses how the coronavirus pandemic is impacting a number of industries in multiple ways. Some of the trends include working from home, hiring based on technology skill set, and restaurants teaming up with delivery services permanently. No matter your industry, being aware of these trends and how they will impact businesses on a […]