Category: Covid-19

Be Wary of Arizona’s Flex Loans

2020 has been a stressful year, so far. In the midst of all that has happened, over 30 million Americans lost their jobs. Some projections estimate that the unemployment rate could rise to over 25% through the second half of 2020. The CARES Act and other legislation was enacted in an attempt to bandage the economy during these […]

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Loan Forgiveness under the Paycheck Protection Program

Virtually every small business borrower believes that this will be forgiven. They took it out assuming that it would be a grant but it’s not — you have to abide by very complex rules and regulations on how this is spent – Paul MerskiLobbyist for the Independent Community Bankers of America Under recently enacted legislation, Congress has […]

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I Can’t Pay My Mortgage

I Can’t Pay My Mortgage COVID-19 & THE CARES ACT The economic crisis caused by the Coronavirus pandemic has resulted in thousands of people being unable to pay their mortgages. Many people have lost their jobs, been furloughed or placed on reduced hours. Even those who have been able to work may have suffered a […]

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CARES ACT FACT SHEET: Paycheck Protection Program (PPP); Economic Injury Disaster Loan Grant (EIDL); Debt Relief Program (DRP)

This Fact Sheet is provided to give information about the key provisions of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act, hereinafter the “Act”). There are three main programs of the Act under Title I – Keeping American Workers Paid and Employed Act. The three main programs are: the Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”); the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Grant […]

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Guidelines for Parenting Time and Parenting Time Exchanges during the COVID-19 Virus Period

Attached is an Administrative Order from the Arizona Supreme Court that provides Guidelines for parenting time and parenting time exchanges during the COVID-19 Virus period.  If you have a question or potential issue during this period, this will provide information and guidance, but if you have a question or need assistance with these kinds of […]

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Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Information Sheet: Borrowers

The Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) authorizes up to $349 billion in forgivable loans to small businesses to pay their employees during the COVID-19 crisis.  All loan terms will be the same for everyone:The loan amounts will be forgiven as long as: The loan proceeds are used to cover payroll costs, and most mortgage interest, rent, and utility […]

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A Message to Our Clients and Friends Regarding the Paycheck Protection Program

In an effort to help small businesses affected by the Covid 19 outbreak Congress recently passed new laws. While several new programs have been launched, we wanted to make our client’s aware of the new Paycheck Protection Program just enacted. This program may help many small businesses around the country, including many of our clients. This program […]

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Expansion of the Family Medical Leave Act Due to COVID-19

Congress recently passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”), expanding the provisions of the Family Medical Leave Act, to deal with the impact of the Covid-19 virus. This new law is effective on April 2nd. The purpose is to provide extended paid sick leave for those affected by the current Pandemic.     How It […]

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A Message Regarding Covid-19

A Message to Our Clients and Friends Regarding Covid-19 We are all aware of the concerns surrounding the spread of the coronavirus worldwide. Of course, we are all focused on taking care of our family, friends, employees and clients as this situation develops. At this time, our office remains open and functioning during regular business […]

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