After more than three years, student loan borrowers are once again required to make payments, which started in October. However, the Biden administration has introduced a lifeline known as the ‘On-Ramp Period,’ extending until September 30, 2024, which provides temporary relief from the harsh consequences of defaulting on student loans. While this period safeguards borrowers’…

The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) provides billions in new funding targeting the hardest-hit small businesses. It also established a new SBA grant program, the Restaurant Revitalization Fund, to help restaurants, bars, and other related businesses impacted by the pandemic. New funding opportunities will be available in the coming weeks. In this post,…

Economic Injury Disaster Loans The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (The Act) extended the Economic Injury Disaster Program until December 31st, 2021, or until funds run out. The SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) loans are available to small businesses and non-profit organizations that suffer economic injury as a direct result of a federally declared…

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) The Paycheck Protection Program was first established under the CARES Act in March of 2020 and provides forgivable loans to small businesses affected by the pandemic. The loan is eligible for full forgiveness if 60% is used on payroll costs and the other 40% is used on authorized expenses during the…