SBA loans

Black entrepreneurs

His Criminal Record Disqualified Him From Receiving PPP. So He Pushed Back, and Got the Rules Changed.

Troy Parker's cleaning and construction business hires returning citizens who struggle to find work elsewhere. When he was told he was ineligible for stimulus funds because of mistakes he already paid for, he started making calls.

Frances Dodds | 9 min read

				
Should I Return My Small-Business Loan? (Updated)It's a good question. And with the SBA PPP deadline looming, we sought out an expert to answer it.

				Kenny Herzog
			
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I Went to Prison for SBA Loan Fraud: 7 Things to Know When Taking COVID-19 Relief MoneyDon't let desperation cloud your judgment. 

				Jeff Grant
			
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Free Webinar: How to Ensure Your PPP Loan Is ForgivenJoin us as our experts Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen as they guide you through the ins and outs of your PPP loan and how you can ensure your PPP loan is forgiven.

				Entrepreneur Insider
			
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Self-Employed With No Employees? You Can Still Get a PPP LoanHere is some clarity for frustrated sole proprietors across America.

				Mark J. Kohler
			
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