What to Know About Round 2 of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP2)

REDW LLC | January 4, 2021

Informally known as "PPP2," the second round of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) includes $284 billion in federal funding, and while based on similar principles as the original PPP, carries some key differences. Read more.

President Signs Stimulus Bill, Releasing Checks & Additional Aid

REDW LLC | December 28, 2020

A $900-billion stimulus package that includes vital aid for Indian Country is finally on its way. President Trump signed the COVID-19 relief bill late on Sunday, December 27. Access highlights of the relief legislation that especially impact tribes and tribal members. Read more.

REDW on Leaked FinCEN Files: Casinos’ Suspicious Activity Reports

REDW LLC | December 16, 2020

After the 2020 leak of the FinCEN files, REDW specialists review the compliance duties of the casino gaming industry in filing suspicious activity reports, and provide anti-money laundering (AML) program guidance for gaming establishments. Read more.

New IRS Guidance Clarifies Expenses Deductibility for PPP Loans

REDW LLC | November 23, 2020

In time for taxpayers’ 4th quarter estimates and year-end planning, the U.S. Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have released new guidance to clear up the tax treatment of expenses with Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. Read more.

SBA Requiring PPP Large Borrowers to Complete Loan Necessity Form

REDW LLC | November 9, 2020

If your business or non-profit received at least $2 million in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding, you will have to complete one of two new loan necessity questionnaires. Read more.

Cybersecurity for the Internet of Things (IoT): The Future of Connected Devices

REDW LLC | October 30, 2020

Wrapping up National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, REDW Senior Manager of Cybersecurity Jennifer Moreno takes a quick look at the future of connected devices and how technological innovations like the Internet of Things (IoT) impact online experiences for consumers and business professionals. Read more.

Cybersecurity for 2020’s Front Line: Checkpoints for the Healthcare Industry

REDW LLC | October 22, 2020

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REDW Cybersecurity Senior Manager Jennifer Moreno delves into cyber concerns for the healthcare industry. Here are six steps professional healthcare organizations will find helpful and IT teams can check themselves against to stay cyber smart...Read more.

New SBA Guidance Clears Up PPP Forgiveness Application Due Date

REDW LLC | October 14, 2020

Concern had arisen among many Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) borrowers in the confusion about the due date for loan forgiveness applications. The Small Business Administration released guidance on October 13, 2020 that confirms PPP loan forgiveness applications are not due on October 31 – and explains what probably caused the confusion. Read more

Mobile Device Cybersecurity for Work x Home: Securing Double-Duty Gadgets

REDW LLC | October 13, 2020

As professional and personal activities intermix on mobile devices, IT professionals and business owners must review the new work environment as a new set of potential vulnerabilities. In week two of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, REDW Cybersecurity Senior Manager Jennifer Moreno covers six core security steps for mobile devices, and the essential elements of a cybersecurity awareness education program. Read more.

Simplified PPP Loan Forgiveness for Loans of $50,000 or Less

REDW LLC | October 13, 2020

There’s good news for the many business owners who have Paycheck Protection Program loans of $50,000 or less. Treasury and the U.S. Small Business Administration have just released a simplified application for PPP forgiveness of loans under $50,000. Read more.