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What is an EIN Confirmation Letter and How Do I Get One?
April 07, 2020

Millions of small business owners are currently applying for loans in one of the new SBA emergency loan programs related to the COVID-19 crisis (e.g., EIDL and PPP loans). Apparently, one of the due diligence documents lenders are asking loan…

Notifying the IRS of a Business Name Change
April 06, 2020

Every business has a name, and sometimes, for various reasons ranging from a rebranding campaign to a change in ownership, the name changes. If the business operates through a legal entity, such as a Virginia LLC, then an it changes its name…

Helpful Guidance for Employers Addressing Form I-9 Compliance Questions During COVID-19 Pandemic
April 03, 2020

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) granted a temporary lifeline to employers struggling with I-9 compliance logistics while operating remotely. Believe it or not, while millions of small businesses are having to cut staff, there are…

A Few Resources for Small Business COVID-19 Relief
March 25, 2020

As we all brace for the full impact of COVID-19 to hit the United States and the economy, here are a few resources for small business owners to consider exploring: Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program. The SBA…

One Million Cups Zoom Session: Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) Rapid Response on Wednesday, March 25 at 9:00 am
March 24, 2020

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has now affected all of us in numerous ways, from the interruptions to our daily routines, to fears of contagion; from our concern for the medical professionals on the front lines, to escalating our sanitation…

A Few Tips for Small Biz Owners on COVID-19 and Staff Telecommuting
March 19, 2020

Well the first quarter has certainly taken an unexpected turn for the entire planet, hasn’t it? A dangerous, stressful, and disruptive time for everyone. Public health and safety rightfully takes top priority; therefore, my first suggestion…

Force Majeure Discussion
March 10, 2020

A significant portion of the world is in the midst of a COVID-19 health crisis. While public safety and health are rightfully the top priorities, there are many questions swirling around the impact this public health crisis will have on the…