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Data dashboard: How coronavirus / COVID-19 is impacting local business revenue across the U.S.

As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) made its way from Asia and Europe to the U.S., the warnings came first and […]

Mar 31, 2020

Apply now to get a $10k EIDL grant from the SBA within 3 days

Here’s exactly how to apply for a $10k EIDL grant for your small business affected by COVID-19

Mar 31, 2020

What qualifies as an essential or non-essential business during the COVID-19 crisis?

In this 4-minute read: Essential businesses Non-essential businesses Gray areas Due to the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, multiple U.S. states are issuing […]

Mar 30, 2020

Resources to help your flower or gift shop survive the COVID-19 / coronavirus crisis

In this 5-minute read: What’s the impact of COVID-19 on gift shops and florists? Tips and ideas to keep your […]

Mar 27, 2020

How to get small business loans or grants from the Paycheck Protection Program

In this 3-minute read: How much money can I get from the CARES Act? Do I have to pay the […]

Mar 27, 2020

How Louisiana restaurants, bars, grocery stores, and other businesses have been impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak

In this article: How are sales at local restaurants, bars, lodging places, supermarkets, and sporting goods stores across Louisiana faring […]

Mar 26, 2020

Is your clothing or shoe store struggling due to COVID-19? Get help here

In this 5-minute read: What’s the impact? Tips and ideas to keep your business “open” Helpful resources and guides It’s […]

Mar 26, 2020

Resources, guides, and tips to help bookstores struggling due to coronavirus / COVID-19

In this 4-minute read: What’s the impact of COVID-19 to bookstores? Tips and ideas to keep your business “open” Resources […]

Mar 25, 2020

Examining how Illinois restaurants, bars, supermarkets and other businesses are being impacted by COVID-19

In this article: How are sales at local restaurants, bars, lodging places, retail shops, and supermarkets across Illinois faring amid […]

Mar 25, 2020

Pet stores across the U.S. are seeing huge spikes in sales as pet owners prepare for coronavirus shutdowns

By now, you’ve certainly seen images of empty store shelves as panic around the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) […]

Mar 24, 2020

How to get your business started selling online during COVID-19 / coronavirus

In this 5-minute read: Is selling online right for your business? How to start selling online Update your customers Best […]

Mar 24, 2020

How have Ohio restaurants, bars, supermarkets and other businesses been impacted by COVID-19?

In this article: How are sales at local restaurants, bars, lodging places, retail shops, and supermarkets across Ohio faring amid […]

Mar 24, 2020

Liquor stores have been slammed as Americans stock up amid COVID-19 shutdowns

By now, you’ve certainly seen images of empty store shelves — and likely experienced them firsthand — as panic around […]

Mar 23, 2020

How to get your restaurant started with delivery or carry-out during COVID-19

In this 6-minute read: Is a delivery service right for your restaurant? What you’ll need How to use third-party services […]

Mar 23, 2020

Auto services businesses: Top ways to adjust to the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis

In this 6-minute read: SBA guidelines for small businesses Emergency financial assistance How to help your employees Emphasize sanitization policies […]

Mar 20, 2020