New Loan and Tax ReliefKevin J. Ryan PPP Loan Rules Could Soon Get an OverhaulIn Inc.'s exclusive National Small Business Town Hall, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's policy chief discussed some of the new rules Congress is now debating.
PPP: Changes ExpectedInc. Video Staff58:25 What You Need to Know About Changes Coming to PPP Loans: The LatestVideo: During Inc.'s May 8 Town Hall, experts weighed in on how to get your loan forgiven and what new rules you can expect.
PPP: Changes ExpectedInc. Video Staff01:17 How the Latest Changes to the EIDL Program Affect YouVideo: The Economic Injury Disaster Loan program has changed again--now, with lower loan amounts.
PPP: Changes ExpectedInc. Video Staff03:58 How to Know If You Should Return Your PPP LoanVideo: If you're having second thoughts about whether you should keep your paycheck protection loan, consider this advice.
New Loan and Tax ReliefGraham Winfrey Reopening Your Business: 3 Pitfalls to AvoidHere's how entrepreneurs can avoid costly mistakes while preparing to reopen their businesses.
PPP: Changes ExpectedInc. Video Staff04:15 What Employees Want to See When Business Comes BackVideo: When your business reopens and employees come back to the workplace, they want to see that you've been keeping their health top of mind.
PPP: Changes ExpectedInc. Video Staff03:35 2 Business-Friendly Ways the PPP Terms Could ChangeVideo: Despite calls to extend the eight-week loan term, that would take an act of Congress to change. Here are two things that don't.
PPP: Changes ExpectedKevin J. Ryan How to Get Your PPP Loan Forgiven, When to Give It Back, and What's Coming NextIn Inc.'s exclusive National Small Business Town Hall, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's policy chief discusses a range of new issues many business owners now face.
New SMB OptionsInc. Video Staff03:03 What to Do if You're Ready to Reopen but Your Employees Aren'tVideo: You need to bring your company back online, but not every employee will want to come back. Here's how to address and allay their fears.
New SMB OptionsInc. Video Staff56:36 Why You Should Apply for the Main Street Lending ProgramInc.'s May 1 Town Hall explored when to consider a loan through the new Main Street Program and how to get PPP loans forgiven.
New SMB OptionsInc. Video Staff01:30 Why Your PPP Loan Requirements May Get Waived--or NotVideo: A look at whether it's likely the government could once again change the Paycheck Protection Program to alleviate mounting concerns over its rules.
PPP: Changes ExpectedGraham Winfrey Reopening Your Business: 3 Ways to Thrive in the Long TermHere's how business owners preparing to reopen can position their companies to succeed in the long run.
PPP: Changes ExpectedInc. Video Staff04:31 Top Advice on How to Reopen and Who to Bring BackTo get loan forgiveness you know you need to bring employees back, but you may not need to rehire the same workers. Here are some helpful considerations.
Inc. Video Staff01:25 How to Avoid Getting Audited by the SBAVideo: The U.S. Small Business Administration has said it will review all paycheck protection loans above $2 million. It's also likely to also give more scrutiny to other loan applications.
New SMB OptionsKevin J. Ryan More Small Business Loan Money Might Come Later This MonthIn Inc.'s exclusive National Small Business Town Hall, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's policy chief provides a timeline for new legislation.
New SMB OptionsInc. Video Staff02:00 No PPP Loan? You Still Have a Shot at This Key Tax IncentiveVideo: Business owners who didn't land a paycheck protection loan can still qualify for an Employee Retention Credit. Here's how.
New SMB OptionsInc. Video Staff03:07 Your Biggest Main Street Loan Program Questions AnsweredVideo: The Federal Reserve announced changes to a key loan program that is expected to be available to smaller companies. Here are some details.
New SMB OptionsGraham Winfrey Reopening Your Business: 3 Ways to Support Your EmployeesHere's how to keep your employees informed and engaged as you prepare to reopen.
New SMB OptionsInc. Video Staff04:09 How to Treat Returning Employees Who Have ChildrenVideo: Employees who are parents may be juggling children who aren't yet back to school. How to handle this delicate scenario.
The Next $480 BillionKevin J. Ryan The New PPP Funds Will Run Out Quickly. Apply AnywayIn Inc.'s exclusive National Small Business Town Hall, Chamber of Commerce executive vice president Neil Bradley discusses the possibility of even more funds becoming available.
The Next $480 BillionInc. Video Staff01:57 What the New $484B Stimulus Package Means for Small BusinessesVideo: The latest deal replenishes the Paycheck Protection and Economic Injury Disaster Loan programs, as well as improves guidance on what businesses qualify.
New SMB OptionsInc. Video Staff01:51 How to Keep Furloughed Employees EngagedVideo: You want your employees back after the crisis subsides. Here's how to ensure they stay connected to your company.
New SMB OptionsInc. Video Staff01:48 The Risks If Employees Refuse to Go Back to WorkVideo: Fear of fraud and charge backs may prove sobering for reluctant workers.
The Next $480 BillionGraham Winfrey Unemployment and PPP: 5 Things You Need to KnowHere's how to navigate emergency small-business funds and unemployment benefits at the same time.
The Next $480 BillionInc. Video Staff01:32 Round 2 of PPP May Go Fast. Here's Why You Should Still ApplyVideo: Thousands of businesses are still waiting to see if they'll be approved for Paycheck Protection Program funds. Here's why it still makes sense to apply if you haven't already.
The Next $480 BillionInc. Video Staff01:38 How to Check the Status of Your PPP ApplicationVideo: If you've already applied for a Paycheck Protection Program loan and aren't sure if the application has been approved, here's how to check the status.
The Next $480 BillionInc. Video Staff03:24 Should Your Business Reopen? The Answer Requires Careful AnalysisVideo: As states consider whether to reopen, small businesses face tough questions about whether and how to proceed. Here's some key advice.
The Next $480 BillionInc. Video Staff03:19 How to Avoid Fraudsters When Applying for PPPVideo: These are the best practices to ensure your loan search doesn't attract bad actors.
The Next $480 BillionInc. Video Staff01:01 Why There Could Be a Round 3 of PPP FundingVideo: With the PPP likely already oversubscribed, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce policy chief weighs in on the potential for additional funding.
The Next $480 BillionInc. Video Staff02:47 How to Choose the Coronavirus Relief That's Best for Your CompanyVideo: If you receive a Paycheck Protection Program loan, there are some rules around the other programs you can apply for.
The Next $480 BillionInc. Video Staff02:04 Now Is the Best Time to Renegotiate Rent. Here's WhyVideo: It's nearing the first of the month and many businesses are nervous about paying rent. Now's the time to have a serious discussion with your landlord.
The Next $480 BillionInc. Video Staff01:30 How to Entice Laid Off Workers Back to the OfficeVideo: If you had to let workers go due to Covid-19, they may not want to return to work--especially if they're making more from unemployment. Here's some key advice.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsGraham Winfrey The Reopening Challenge: 5 Tips for Getting Back to BusinessBusiness as usual may look very different after the coronavirus pandemic. Here's what you need to do before reopening.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsInc. Video Staff01:22 Businesses Can't Control the Timing of PPP Loan DisbursementsVideo: Neil Bradley of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce offers guidance to business owners hoping for leeway on deploying their emergency funds.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. Video Staff02:09 2 Tests for Getting Your PPP Loan ForgivenVideo: U.S. Chamber of Commerce chief policy officer, Neil Bradley, shares the formula for getting your Paycheck Protection Program Loans forgiven.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsInc. Video Staff02:07 How to Get Your PPP Loan Forgiven if You're a Business of OneVideo: If you don't have payroll records, getting your Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiven can be tricky. Here's some advice.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsInc. Video Staff01:59 Why Single Member LLCs Should Try Again to Get a PPP LoanVideo: Many business owners were originally rejected for Paycheck Protection Program loans, as banks didn't know how to handle them. Here's the latest guidance.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsInc. Video Staff01:57 What to Do If Employees Don't Want to Return to WorkVideo: Even as much of the nation goes back to work, getting your employees to return to the workplace might be tough.
$2T Stimulus OverviewGraham Winfrey 4 Options to Resolve Cash-Flow Issues Besides LoansHere's how to access capital outside of the Cares Act's Paycheck Protection Program loans.
$2T Stimulus OverviewKevin J. Ryan Covid-19 Loans: What You Need to Know About 1099 WorkersNew guidance clarifies that independent contractors do not count toward a business's payroll in the Paycheck Protection Program's small-business loans.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsDiana Ransom 4 Risks of the Fed's Main Street Lending ProgramThe new program, aimed at companies with as many as 10,000 employees, comes with some important conditions you need to know before applying.
The Next $480 BillionInc. Video Staff01:44 How to Get Your PPP Loan Forgiven in 2 Simple StepsVideo: Neil Bradley of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce offers clear advice on how to get your Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiven.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. Video Staff01:28 Here's How to Spot a Loan ScamThe fraudsters are pulling out all the stops. Here's how to protect yourself.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. Video Staff01:30 How to Access the Fed's New Main Street Lending ProgramThe Federal Reserve just announced a new program aimed at businesses with 10,000 employees or fewer. Find out who's eligible and when you can apply.
$2T Stimulus OverviewInc. Video Staff The Best Advice if You're Applying for SBA's Emergency Loans: Keep Good RecordsThese common errors can cost you.
$2T Stimulus OverviewInc. Video Staff01:26 Who Is Liable If a SBA Loan Goes Bad? The Bank or the Business Owner
Cash FlowBrit Morse Applying for Covid-Relief Loans? Here Are 4 Ways to PrepareGetting loans through the U.S. government's Paycheck Protection Program may take more time than originally intended. Here are a few things you can do to help speed up the process.
Cash FlowBrit Morse 4 Ways to Spot an SBA Loan ScamWith the new $350 billion Paycheck Protection Program for small-business loans, the latest stimulus package is destined to become a target for potential fraudsters.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsInc. Video Staff02:05 Stuck in Loan Limbo? Here's What To KnowIf you applied for a Paycheck Protection Program loan but haven't received the funds, here's what you should know.
$2T Stimulus OverviewInc. Video Staff02:09 Layoffs or Tap the PPP? The Answer Depends on What Your Company will Look Like After the PandemicHow to plan amid uncertainty.
HR/BenefitsSuzanne Lucas When You Should (and Shouldn't) Use Payroll Protection LoansThe $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act can help you find the money to meet payroll.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsInc. Video Staff02:19 Here Are the Best Options for Finding Funding NowWith the Paycheck Protection and Economic Injury Disaster Loan Programs out of funds, you still have options. Here are a few.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsInc. Video Staff03:30 How to Prepare Your Company's Comeback PlanSmall businesses across the country will eventually start reopening. Here's how to make sure your company is prepared for the new normal.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsInc. Video Staff02:22 How Events-Business Owners Can Survive the Long HaulThese businesses were the first affected and they'll possibly be the last to come back. Here's the hard truth on how to proceed.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. Video Staff02:04 3 Things Self-Employed People Need to Know About Applying for the PPPApplying for the Paycheck Protection Program as an independent contractor? Here are three tips to help you cut through the clutter.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. Video Staff Self-Employed People Can Now File for EIDL and Unemployment. Here's HowIf you have a business that makes money, you qualify for these loans.
$2T Stimulus OverviewInc. Video Staff57:00 You Can Now Apply for the $350 Billion Paycheck Protection Program. Here's What You Need to KnowInc. and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce hosted this video webinar on Friday April 3 to answer urgent questions about the historic federal relief in the CARES Act.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. Video Staff01:13 Why Banks Are Struggling to Meet the Demand for Small Business LoansThe Paycheck Protection Program has been met with chaos on the part of banks. Here's why.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. Video Staff01:08 Here's Who to Contact Before Applying for a PPP LoanDon't fly blind. Tap your existing resources for help.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. Video Staff02:02 The Business Case for Taking on More DebtIf taking on more debt can help your company stay afloat, the Paycheck Protection Program loans could be a no-brainer.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. Video Staff01:32 Top 3 Mistakes People Make When Filing for PPP LoansThe Paycheck Protection Program application can be confusing. Try to avoid these common mishaps.
PPP: Need to KnowKevin J. Ryan New Details on How to Get Your PPP Loan ForgivenAt least 75 percent of your small-business loan must be used for paying your employees, explained Neil Bradley, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's executive vice president, in Inc.'s latest National Small Business Town Hall.
$2T Stimulus OverviewInc. Video Staff01:38 Banks Start Lending to Small Business Borrowers, but Is It Too Little Too Late?Lenders are flooded with requests.
$2T Stimulus OverviewInc. Video Staff01:51 Why Optimism Remains Strong Among Small BusinessesWhat survey of small business owners says.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsKevin J. Ryan With More Small Business Loan Funding Stalled in Congress, Here's What to Do NowIn Inc.'s exclusive National Small Business Town Hall on April 17, Chamber of Commerce executive vice president Neil Bradley discussed the best course of action for business owners still looking for loans.
PPP: Need to KnowBrit Morse What's New in the Paycheck Protection Program This WeekThe Small Business Administration released a 31-page document outlining the latest changes to the Paycheck Protection Program.
$2T Stimulus OverviewInc. staff58:00 How Your Business Can Get Its Part of the $2 Trillion Stimulus PackageBillions of dollars are promised to small businesses. Learn how to get what your company needs in this virtual National Small Business Town Hall hosted by Inc. with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Recorded March 27, 2020.
$2T Stimulus OverviewKimberly Weisul $2 Trillion in Stimulus: What Business Owners Need to Do NextWhile government and financial institutions prepare to make good on the stimulus package, businesses should be getting ready to apply for a paycheck protection loan.
$2T Stimulus OverviewKevin J. Ryan New SBA Loans Are On the Way. Here's Who's EligibleIn an exclusive Town Hall with Inc., U.S. Chamber of Commerce executive vice president and chief policy officer Neil Bradley explained the resources that will soon be available to business owners in the economic stimulus package.
PPP: Need to KnowMaria Contreras-Sweet and Sangeeta Badal How to Make PPP Work for Every Small-Business OwnerA new Gallup survey shows the biggest gap is informational. The first step is simply letting people know they are eligible for help.
Cash FlowDiana Ransom SBA Clarifies Its PPP Loans in 4 Important Ways With the release of its Paycheck Protection loan forgiveness application, the U.S. Small Business Administration sheds light on several long-standing questions.
New Loan and Tax ReliefInc. Video Staff58:22 Small Business Relief: What to Expect Moving ForwardExpert panelists forecast what the next round of federal legislation ultimately will hold for business owners during Inc.'s May 15 National Small Business Town Hall.
PPP: Changes ExpectedInc. Video Staff02:01 What the New Headcount Guidance on PPP Means for YouThe U.S. Treasury announced changed to the Paycheck Protection Program, giving business owners more flexibility on bringing back laid off workers.
New SMB OptionsInc. Video Staff02:32 Round 2 of PPP Is Going Fast. Should You Still Apply?The average burn rate for PPP loans, according to the American Bankers Association's Dan Martini, is $2 billion to $3 billion per hour. That puts the program at roughly two thirds gone. The question is should you still apply?
Special EventsInc. staff TODAY: Your Questions Answered on Reopening, PPP Forgiveness, Covid TaxesRegister now for Inc.'s National Small Business Town Hall, presented in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 12 noon ET.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsCameron Albert-Deitch PPP Round 2: Chaos and Confusion AgainThe Paycheck Protection Program just got a $320 billion boost--but Monday's rollout of the new funds created more questions than answers.
The Next $480 BillionInc. Video Staff57:35 PPP Round 2: The Next $320 BillionIn Inc.'s April 24 Town Hall, experts discussed if it's already too late for businesses to get new Paycheck Protection Program funds.
The Next $480 BillionInc. staff Town Hall Today at Noon ET: Crucial PPP Advice for Small Business Owners. Register Now.What You Need to Know About the Next PPP in Webinar No. 5 in the Inc. National Small Business Town Hall Series April 24
Stimulus 2020 Q&A Inc. and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Hosting National Small Business Town HallsInc. and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce launched a weekly Town Halls series to help small businesses get the information and resources they need to navigate the Covid-19 crisis.
Stimulus 2020 Q&AJared Hecht 4 Steps to Get Your PPP Loan ForgivenThere are many rules around Paycheck Protection Program loans, particularly when it comes to loan forgiveness. Here's what you need to know.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsInc. Video Staff00:55 Is Another $250 Billion Enough to Help Small Businesses? It's ComplicatedWhile Congress is largely expected to approve more funding for the popular Paycheck Protection Program, whether or not it will be enough is the question.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsInc. Video Staff58:09 Your Next Steps to Navigate the PPP Loan CrisisOn April 17, Inc.'s National Small Business Town Hall addressed whether it's still worth applying for a Paycheck Protection Program loan, who's eligible for the Main Street Lending Program, and a host of other vital questions small-business owners are facing now.
Loan Crisis: Next StepsInc. staff Webinar No. 5: National Small Business Town Hall, April 24Don't miss the fifth live-stream event in an exclusive series by Inc. and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on the federal small-business loan programs. Sign up now, and watch the latest webinar below.
PPP: Need to KnowDiana Ransom The PPP Is Out of Money. Here's Plan BFor some businesses, the Federal Reserve's new Main Street Lending Program could be another chance to land needed cash now.
Cash FlowBrit Morse The Paycheck Protection Program Has Reached Its $350 Billion CapLess than two weeks after the Small Business Administration received its first application for the emergency funding, the program has run out of money.
PPP: Need to KnowCameron Albert-Deitch The Paycheck Protection Program: Uncertainty ReignsA week into the U.S. government's unprecedented $349 billion lending program, many embattled small-business owners still don't know when their funds will arrive.
Stimulus 2020 Q&AInc. Video Staff53:05 What You Need to Know to Get Your Stimulus Loan FasterInc.'s April 10 National Small Business Town Hall, hosted in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, offers small business owners and independent contractors guidance to smooth the application process and get approved as quickly as possible.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. Video Staff01:26 How to Avoid Getting Flagged for Fraud When Applying for PPP LoansExperts have suggested applying for Paycheck Protection Program loans from multiple lenders to speed up the application process--but there's a catch.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. Video Staff02:03 Self-Employed People Can Now Apply for PPP. Now What?It's the first day self-employed workers and independent contractors can apply for Paycheck Protection Program loans. Here's what applicants need to know.
PPP: Need to KnowKevin J. Ryan Here's the PPP Guidance 1099 Workers NeedIn Inc.'s exclusive National Small Business Town Hall on April 10, experts explained what independent contractors and self-employed individuals need to know now that they're eligible to apply for government stimulus loans.
PPP: Need to Know The PPP Is Out of Money. Find Out What's Next in Today's 12 p.m. ET WebinarDon't miss the fourth live-stream event in an exclusive series by Inc. and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on the new federal small business loan programs. Sign up now, and watch the latest webinar below.
PPP: Need to KnowGraham Winfrey 5 Tips for Small-Business Owners Applying for Emergency LoansHere are the latest updates on Paycheck Protection Program loans and other emergency small-business funds.
PPP: Need to KnowInc. staff Town Hall No. 3: Join Our April 10 Livestream Event on the U.S. Small Business RescueIn this exclusive series of live-stream events, find out the next steps you need to take to get the financial assistance you need now to keep your company in business.
$2T Stimulus OverviewInc. Video Staff03:12 Your Biggest SBA Loan Payroll Questions AnsweredWho counts for the new SBA loans?
$2T Stimulus OverviewInc. Video Staff01:51 The SBA's New Loan Program Launches Today. Now What?Take these steps to get started.
$2T Stimulus OverviewInc. Video Staff03:16 How to Get Help Outside of the PPPExplore loan alternatives.
$2T Stimulus OverviewGraham Winfrey Everything You Need to Know to Get a Paycheck Protection Loan ForgivenPortions of small-business loans from the new federal relief package can be converted to grants. Here's how to qualify.
Cash FlowAssociated Press White House and Congress Agree on $2 Trillion Stimulus Package, Including a $367 Billion Program for Small BusinessesThe package, which still needs to be finalized, includes an employee retention tax credit and would expand unemployment benefits, among other provisions.
MoneyAmi Kassar This Loan Program From the SBA Can Help Fuel Your Business in 2020The SBA 504 loan program should be your first consideration for your real estate and equipment growth needs.