COVID-19 Recovery Strategies: Business Solutions
We recognize that many of our clients and organizations in our communities are looking for guidance and support on how to reopen and thrive in our “new normal.” While no one solution can fit all needs, this section on our website can help guide you through what we consider to be the key strategies organizations can use to recover and thrive.
If you have questions about what strategies apply to your organization’s situation, please contact us using the form at the bottom of this page. We are happy to talk through your unique situation.
Solution Center
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Planning
If you have been approved for or already have received PPP funds, learn more about what you need to do to maximize the forgiveness of the loan.
Remote Work IT Software Services
Many organizations are reevaluating remote work contingency plans, and more organizations are being forced into remote work scenarios, whether or not they’re ready.
Webinars
December 11, 2020
It’s webinar season at Blue & Co., LLC.! Check out all of our upcoming events for the week of December, 14. Monday, December 14 Panel Discussion Regarding Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Webinar – Free to attend On Monday, December 14 from noon – 1 p.m. EST, Blue & Co., LLC will be hosting a panel […]
May 26, 2020
In this webinar, Jeff Moffatt and Dustin Brown will be discussing what impact COVID-19 has and will continue to have on physician and hospital relationships, including recruiting, retention, compensation, productivity, and compliance with the various laws and regulations set by the federal government. Duration: 1 hour This webinar is free to attend. Speakers: Jeff Moffatt, […]
May 05, 2020
The CARES Act includes the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) for small businesses to receive loans through banks administered by the Small Business Administration. It happened so quickly, that it resulted in many unanswered questions about this new law and process. In this webinar, Stephen Mann, Jennifer Miloszewski, and Damien Strohmier will discuss the key points […]
April 16, 2020
This on-demand webinar covers common questions we have been receiving about the Paycheck Protection Program and Loan Forgiveness. Directors JT Loughmiller and Stephen Mann illustrate the mechanics associated with the forgiveness clause, as well as some planning insights that should be considered. Duration: 30 Minutes Speakers: JT Loughmiller, Director Stephen Mann, Director Fill out the […]
April 03, 2020
In the current climate, more organizations are being forced into remote work scenarios, whether or not they’re ready. We put together this webinar to discuss best practices and lessons learned to help you be successful in this new environment. We will cover the following topics: Organizational Lessons Learned Technology Basics (for your people) Technology Basics […]
April 03, 2020
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act is intended to be the third round of federal government support in the wake of the coronavirus public health crisis and associated economic fallout, succeeding the $8.3 billion in public health support passed previously and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. The CARES Act provides more […]
April 03, 2020
In this webinar, we will be partnering with Tami Earnhart from Ice Miller, LLP to discuss the employment issues related to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and other COVID-19 relief efforts. We will cover the following: General summary of the regulation and its impact including: Paid sick pay for affected employees Paid emergency […]
Resources
January 04, 2021
At the close of 2020, new legislation provided some relief for not-for-profit organizations. Here are the highlights. Charitable Deduction: The $300 ($600 for married filing jointly) charitable deduction for non-itemizers provided under the CARES Act is extended through 2021. Further, the corporate charitable deduction limit will continue to be 25% of taxable income, instead of […]
December 23, 2020
By: Parker Banta, CPA and Derek Gray, CPA Federal Excise Tax Rate Late Monday night, the long-awaited $900 billion coronavirus relief package was overwhelmingly passed. Neatly buried in the nearly 6,000-page bill are provisions that will permanently reduce the Federal Excise Tax (FET) rate on spirits sold by distillers across the United States. This news […]
December 21, 2020
A deal on the rescue package to deliver aid to struggling Americans has suddenly come within reach after a major breakthrough on Saturday, December 19, that was ultimately agreed to by both the House and the Senate late on Sunday night. Lawmakers are expected to vote late on Monday and send the bill to […]
December 11, 2020
It’s webinar season at Blue & Co., LLC.! Check out all of our upcoming events for the week of December, 14. Monday, December 14 Panel Discussion Regarding Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Webinar – Free to attend On Monday, December 14 from noon – 1 p.m. EST, Blue & Co., LLC will be hosting a panel […]
SBA to Review Paycheck Protection Program Loans Over $2 Million Through Loan Necessity Questionnaire
October 29, 2020
Updated on Friday, October 30, 2020. The Small Business Administration (SBA) will be requesting borrowers complete loan necessity questionnaires for those with PPP loans totaling $2 million or more. This questionnaire is part of a review process to assess the SBA’s evaluation of borrowers’ good-faith certification of their economic need. In the memo the SBA […]
October 05, 2020
At Blue & Co. LLC, we continue to monitor and disseminate impactful information to our clients in connection with their PPP loans advanced through the SBA in connection with the CARES Act. Some clients that have received PPP funds have raised concerns about entering into transactions (on either the sell or buy side) with parties […]
September 11, 2020
The most significant tax-related executive action is the “Memorandum on Deferring Payroll Tax Obligations in Light of the Ongoing COVID-19 Disaster.” Taxpayer be wary, this order does not revoke your obligation to pay payroll taxes; it merely postpones the taxes to be due at a later date. The tax deferral period is from September 1, […]
August 27, 2020
Guidance on Related Party Rent In this Interim Final Rule, the SBA addressed three issues many companies face. The most significant is related party rent. C corporations and S corporations. The SBA has made it clear that owner employees with less than a 5 % ownership in a C or S Corporation are not subject […]
August 18, 2020
On Saturday, August 8th, President Donald Trump signed four executive actions relating to COVID-19 relief. The orders provide for a payroll tax deferment, an extension of the deferment of student loan payments and interest accrual, as well as a potential $400 per week in Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation. The last order instructs the Director of […]
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