Payroll Taxes 101
To help you understand your company’s payroll taxes, check out this brief overview of the factors you should consider before you tackle your taxes.
How to Fund Business Growth
Whether your startup is already ready to expand, or will sometime in the future, it’s best to be prepared. Read this to learn the best options for...
Celebrating National Ag Day
At First Federal Bank, we value the essential role of agriculture in maintaining a strong economy. March 24 is National Ag Day, a day to celebrate...
Funding Your Small Business with Bad Credit
A low credit score is a detriment to any individual or business seeking loans, but it doesn’t entirely eliminate your financing options. FICO defines...
New information on Keeping Workers Paid and Employed Act
We finally have our first glimpse of Congress’s Keeping Workers Paid and Employed Act. What an unusual time to be in SBA lending! I hope that this...
Smart Home Upgrades to Save Money in the Long Run
You want your home to be as comfortable, efficient and as beautiful as it can be. However, deciding which home improvement projects or upgrades to...
FDIC warns of scams during time of fear and confusion
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused havoc on Wall Street and left many with more questions than answers. The FDIC is now reporting that scammers are...
Properly documenting SBA 7a loan deferments
I know many of you have had SBA 7a customers calling and asking for loan deferments. Below is a guide of how to document your loan file.
Ideas to Increase Your Home's Square Footage
There are many ways you can expand your house’s size, so make sure you pick the solution that’s best for your needs and adds the most value.
SBA Works is here to help!
There are many SBA developments amid the Coronavirus outbreak and several changes are being made to the SBA loan program. As changes continue to...
Paying for Digital Advertising
In 2020, digital advertising is a multi-billion-dollar industry where you have to spend money to get the exposure you need.
Beyond Coupons: Apps to Save You Money
In the 21st century, digital technology offers many new ways to save money that extend beyond the usual store sales and coupon-clipping. Numerous...