AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDisaster Relief: The SBA opened low-interest disaster loans for South Carolina small businesses and private nonprofits hit by drought (EIDL available; counties include Dillon, Florence, Georgetown, Horry, Marion, Williamsburg). Disaster Relief: Michigan businesses and nonprofits have until June 29 to apply for SBA tornado disaster loans tied to March 6 storms (plus Indiana counties eligible for both physical and economic injury loans). Local Business Climate: Illinois lawmakers delayed its credit card “swipe fee” limits again, pushing the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act start from July 1 to July 1, 2027, drawing fire from retailers and neighborhood operators. Owner Pay & Taxes: A practical guide explains how small business owners should pay themselves based on business structure (sole prop, partnership, S-corp, C-corp, and LLC tax choices). Workforce & Benefits: HVAC contractors are leaning on retirement plans to recruit and retain talent as labor shortages persist. Small Business Support: SCORE is back with free one-on-one mentoring sessions at Pasadena Public Library, covering plans, financing, marketing, hiring, leases, and succession. Succession & Leadership: BCB Bancorp named turnaround specialist Thomas O’Brien as president and CEO, signaling a push to tighten credit discipline.
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