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Small Business Relief: Payroll Protection Program - Update April 7, 2020
PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM (PPP) INFORMATION FOR BORROWERS Eligibility, Terms, and Application Details Have Been Published by the US Treasury Download PPP Fact Sheet Read more
Small Business Relief: SBA EIDL Disaster Loan Assistance
As of March 18, 2020 Santa Barbara County is declared an affected disaster area. SBA provides low-interest disaster loans to businesses of all sizes, private non-profit organizatio Read more
Resources for Small Businesses during the COVID-19 Crisis - last updated 3/31/2020
The Covid-19 crisis continues to create unprecedented challenges for individuals, families, communities and businesses. Read more
Actions to Take Immediately in an Approaching Business Crisis
Some of the topics SCORE speakers are discussing in this webinar: Importance of managing your cash flow How to reduce expenses How to manage your payroll Read more
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