New procedural guidance from the SBA outlines the processes Paycheck Protection Program borrowers and their lenders must follow to reapply for a first-draw PPP loan or request an increase to a loan approved by Aug. 8, 2020, which is when the first iteration of PPP stopped accepting applications.
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PPP application dates announced
Lenders with $1 billion or less in assets can start making Paycheck Protection Program loans on Friday, the U.S. Small Business Administration and Treasury announced. The application window will open for all lenders Jan. 19.
PPP application forms released
The new forms are Form 2483 for first-draw PPP loans and Form 2483-SD for second-draw PPP loans, which are available for previous PPP borrowers that need further assistance and meet eligibility requirements.
Date set for limited PPP reopening
The US SBA and Treasury announced that community financial institutions that serve minority- and women-owned businesses exclusively will be able to make first-draw PPP loans starting Monday and second-draw PPP loans starting Wednesday.
New PPP guidance issued by SBA, Treasury
The US SBA and Treasury released guidance for the revived and reconstituted Paycheck Protection Program. The guidance came in the form of two interim final rules, including one that details the guidelines for new PPP loans to businesses that previously received PPP funding.
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Building a truly effective D&I initiative
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COVID-19 relief bill addresses key PPP issues
The $900 billion COVID-19 relief package passed Monday provides $284 billion for a revised Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and clarifies that businesses can claim tax deductions for expenses paid for with forgiven PPP loans.
Forecasting and impairment tips for an unprecedented time
The economic slump resulting from the pandemic has increased the risk of asset write-downs and added to the pressure on auditors to scrutinize impairment models. Company boards also are paying more attention to forecasting and impairment.
US finance leaders wary as pandemic impacts continue
Optimism is higher than in the third quarter, but plenty of obstacles remain, according to the AICPA’s quarterly economic outlook.
When factoring receivables can help SMEs improve cash flow
Small businesses may be able to solve cash flow problems by factoring their receivables, then selling them to a financial institution at a reduced price for cash upfront. Here’s how to find out if the strategy makes sense.
Capex risk management during the coronavirus pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted companies’ capital project plans, not only this year but most likely for the foreseeable future. This five-step risk-modeling approach can help finance leaders identify company vulnerabilities and capital expenditure opportunities.
AICPA urges SBA and OMB to reconsider PPP Loan Necessity Questionnaires
An AICPA letter suggests that the need for certain borrowers to complete a new form and provide extensive documentation supporting their request for relief funds be reconsidered and that other approaches be evaluated in assessing a borrower’s good faith certification.
Challenges, opportunities await energy sector after pandemic disruption
Energy producers are focusing on balance sheet strength and free cash flow as they recover from a severe blow dealt by the coronavirus pandemic.
Letters signed by AICPA raise concerns about PPP Loan Necessity Questionnaires
The AICPA is among 80 organizations that have signed a pair of letters to SBA, Treasury and congressional leaders calling on the agencies to temporarily suspend use of the new Paycheck Protection Program Loan Necessity Questionnaires.
How to apply COSO’s ERM framework to compliance risk management
A new publication provides guidance on how to apply the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission’s enterprise risk management framework to manage and mitigate compliance risks.
Managing perceptions as a public-sector accountant
This article discusses ways those in public-sector finance can handle public perceptions of spending on things like travel and overtime without compromising on the work they need to do.
SBA to require PPP loan necessity form from large borrowers
Businesses and not-for-profits that received $2 million or more in PPP loans must complete one of two new loan necessity questionnaires the SBA is sending to lenders for distribution to borrowers.
Companies rethink the office, but they’re not ready to say goodbye
Most plan to keep their current real estate, but they are reimagining what that space could look like.
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