SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Advance Program Reopened to All Eligible Small Businesses and Non-Profits Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic WASHINGTON – To further meet the needs of U.S. small businesses and non-profits, the U.S. Small Business Administration...
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is offering a small business grant, funded by the CARES Act. This grant will provide $2,500 to assist 30,000 small business owners in Wisconsin. Here’s what you need to know. To be eligible for this grant, you must...
With taxpayers working from home these past weeks, you may want to consider claiming a business deduction for expenses that qualify. However, there is uncertainty for taxpayers when it comes to the details of the requirements for a home office. To be eligible for a...
*This post is continuously updated with new information. Please see dated updates below.* May 28, 2020- The House and Senate are proposing bills with considerable amendments to the PPP loan program. As of right now nothing has changed, however, the House will be...
As business owners prepare for employees to return to the workplace, there are several questions that will come up. We want to provide some insight and assist employers as they welcome employees back to the workplace. 1. Do I have to report to the workplace? Yes,...
*This post has been updated. The Small Business Administration (SBA) & US Department of Treasury issued an updated FAQ last week. For the full guidance, see https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/Paycheck-Protection-Program-Frequently-Asked-Questions.pdf As...
We would like to make you aware that part of the CARES Act allows employers to defer the deposit and payment of the employer’s share of Social Security taxes (6.2% of gross taxable wages). You can defer payments of the employer’s portion of Social Security now through...
As you are aware, small businesses have been hit hard due to COVID-19. MBE CPAs and its affiliates have been receiving numerous questions with regard to unemployment and we would like to provide information and clarity to help you get through this difficult time. If...
Review the SBA supplementary information to the PPP. The application for the PPP has not changed with this new guidance. Schedule C taxpayers with no employees will use the same form found here. With your loan application, you will need to include a copy of your 2019...
The PPP loan applications are now being processed and approvals are being received. We believe there are opportunities for those accepting these funds to achieve the best possible outcome through proper planning. Although total loan forgiveness is possible through...
Learn how to track your employees paid leave and sick time if they’ve been affected by COVID-19 with QuickBooks Desktop Payroll. Follow the link below for a comprehensive step-by-step process. ...
.*This post has been updated to include guidance from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)  Review the SBA PPP Borrower Guide and SBA Overview. Also see our PPP Loan FAQ page. Contact your lender to ensure you are aware of program...
By: Mike Pruitt, CFP®, RICP® Financial Planner, MBE Wealth Management *This post has been updated to included new information about retirement plan withdrawals. The Required Minimum Distribution Is Waived For 2020 Much like the 2008 legislation stemming from the...
Consider taking a look at your marketing plan during COVID-19 and work on the business. Here the Right to Evolve team offers some ideas to consider taking action on during this time.
Below is a press release from the office of Wisconsin Governor, Tony Evers. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 20, 2020 Contact: [email protected] or 608-219-7443 Gov. Evers Announces Federal Approval of Disaster Loans for Small Businesses MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers...
In response to the COVID-19 National State of Emergency, several government agencies have created webpages for employers. Here’s a partial listing of those websites: US Chamber of Commerce: https://www.uschamber.com/co/ CDC COVID-19 Homepage:...
If you need to conduct layoffs due to COVID-19, then your business may be exempt from the federal and state Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) regulations. One of the exemptions is unforeseen business circumstances, and it is highly likely that a...
A message from MBE CPAs, Managing Partner, Tim Moy  Here are the top 7 tips for you to consider if your business is directly or indirectly impacted by COVID-19 (make no mistake that in the end we are all being affected). Staff Plan: Create a plan that maximizes you...