Accounting, bookkeeping, and tax tips to help you understand your small business finances.

When Are Taxes Due? 2021 Filing & Extension Deadlines

Filing deadlines can creep up on you. Take a few minutes to save these 2021 tax filing deadlines to your calendar, and stay ahead of the IRS this year.

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How to Apply for Your Second PPP Loan

Select businesses are eligible to apply for a second PPP loan. We’ve got the info you need to make applying a breeze.

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How to Calculate a 25% Reduction in Revenue for PPP 2

To receive a second PPP loan, eligible businesses are required to show a 25% reduction in revenue. We cover what this new requirement means and how to calculate it.

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Do I Qualify for the PPP Loan?

A simple breakdown of requirements to help you determine if you qualify for the second round of PPP funding to receive either your first or second PPP loan.

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The Second PPP Loan: What You Need to Know

A new stimulus bill was signed on December 27 making a second PPP loan available to eligible small businesses. We've got you covered on everything you need to know.

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How to Fill Out Your PPP Forgiveness Application Form

A simple guide to filling out the PPP forgiveness application form.

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Can I Get a PPP Loan if I Opened My Business in 2020?

If you started business in 2020, you can still get a PPP loan if you began operations before February 15. Here's what you need to know about applying for a PPP loan as a new business.

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What is the Paycheck Protection Program? (A Simple Guide)

Whether you’re applying for a first draw PPP loan or a second draw PPP loan, here’s what you need to know about the Paycheck Protection Program.

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What Can I Spend My EIDL Loan On?

A simple breakdown of how to spend your EIDL funds.

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