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Having Problems with Employees not Returning back to Work?

Posted on June 30, 2020 at 7:45 PM Comments comments ()











We congratulate you for making it through the Pandemic and getting back with your Business Operations. We are excited about the endless Possibilities and Opportunities, that the future holds for us. We look forward to working with you in making this Possible.  

Governor Larry Hogan recently announced the next round of safe and phased re openings in conjunction with stage two of the " Maryland Strong: Road map to Recovery" Plan. We are also aware that, the Federal Government will forgive part of your PPP Loan, as long as  60% of the Amount goes towards Paying your Employees. 

In light of these re openings and Loan Forgiveness Rules, the Maryland Department of Labor has notified all unemployment claimants who are on temporary layoff or are furloughed due to COVID-19 that they are required to return to work if called back by their employer. If a claimant refuses an offer of work, it may result in the delay or denial of the claimant’s benefits. 

Labor’s Division of Unemployment Insurance requires employers to report the following information within 15 days of when they offer work and it is refused by the employee: 
  • Employee’s full name and social security number
  • The date the employee was offered work 
  • The date the employee refused the offer of work.

If your Employees refuse to get back to work, there is a New Employer Tool for Updating Return to Work Dates and Reporting Job Refusals Online, which is included below.

Employers who have a valid Maryland account number and FEIN may easily report job refusals and update return to work dates by utilizing the Division’s new online application available at https://secure-2.dllr.state.md.us/net207/welcome.aspx.  The application will accept an updated return to work date up to 30 days in the past and up to 12 months in the future.

Employers without a valid Maryland account number, such as federal employers and those who are out-of-state, may report job refusals and update return to work dates by emailing [email protected].

However, please note there are circumstances where a claimant has “good cause” to refuse an offer of work, including:
  • Being sick or still isolated as the result of COVID-19
  • An unreasonable risk of exposure at place of employment
  • Caring for a family member who is sick or isolated as the result of COVID-19
  • Caring for a child who is unable to attend school or a childcare facility
  • The work is not “suitable.” In the context of an individual returning to work with the same employer in which the individual had been laid off or furloughed as a direct result of COVID-19, suitable employment means employment that the claimant is qualified for based on their customary occupation, experience, education level, and/or training. 

Upon receipt of this information from the employer, Labor will schedule a telephone fact-finding appointment with the claimant where the claimant will be able to address the failure to return-to-work/job refusal issue. The employer will also be contacted to provide the circumstances of the job offer. After the Division has collected the available facts surrounding the job offer, a determination will be made.

We are aware, that this may be a tedious and additional workload for you; As your Trusted Bookkeeping, Accounting and Payroll Provider, we are excited to let you know, that we can assist you with this Task, as well as any other Services, you may require to allow you settle down and work on your Business.

Call Us on any of the Numbers Below and Let us know, how we can assist you:
C - 2020-422-4586
O - 301- 485-8109 

To your Business Success.
Rosemary Anyanwu, CFE. 
Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor
Professional Bookkeeper & Accountant.

Work Anniversary Celebration.

Posted on May 15, 2020 at 3:44 AM Comments comments ()
                                  
  
   Congratulations to Rosyan Bookkeeping Services
  Today marks 8 Years of Our Company.
   Birthed from a Labor & Delivery Room
   Became a Reality at the Birth of a Third Child
   Became liberated from the High Costs of Child Care Expenses.
   Became a Business Support to many Businesses.
   Became an Employer of Labor
   Became a QuickBooks Training Center
   Became a Bedrock to Many Homes and Families.
   Became a Leading Example to Youths and College Interns.
   Became a Support to Non-Profits.
   Became a Successful Business.
   Became Hope to our Clients.
   Breaking through the Pandemic
   And Coming out Stronger......................
  To Many More Years of Business Success.
  Congratulations. 

  We are grateful to all our Clients, Colleagues and Friends. Thank you for all your Support.

 Thank you for standing with us through the Years. We know, these are unprecedented times and there are a lot of challenges during these Period, but we want you to know, that we will get through this together and come out stronger.

 Don't hesitate to call, if you need a Supportive Ear. We are a Call and a Click away. Together, we will celebrate and get through this. 

 We love and appreciate you. 
                           

Congratulations, You got your PPP Loan, What Next?

Posted on May 6, 2020 at 1:00 PM Comments comments ()

 
      
  Congratulations, you filed all the Paperwork for your PPP Loan and you have received your Grant and Loan. Now is the time to start planning on how you are going to ensure you use the Funds correctly. During this Pandemic, the SBA has made efforts to make funding accessible to Small Businesses and it is important to use the Funds appropriately. 

    The PPP Loan is designed to provide a direct incentive for Small Businesses to keep their workers on Payroll. SBA will forgive Loans, if all employees are kept on the Payroll for eight weeks, starting from when the Loan is received and the Money is used for Payroll, Rent, Mortgage Interest Payments or Utilities. It is important to note that not more than 25% of the forgiven Amount maybe for Non-Payroll Costs.
 
  Now, that you have your Loan and have identified the time period, it's time to calculate the monthly payroll cost, to ensure your Loan Forgiveness. The Items below are the Payroll Costs to include, as well as the Non- Payroll Costs. 
 
        Payroll Costs: 
 1)   Salary, Wages, Commissions, Tips and Bonuses.
 2)  Owner's Draw Payments for Sole Proprietors.
 3)  Severance Pay
 4)  Paid Leave Payments (No FFCRA Paid Leave)
 5)  Employee Payments for State and Local Taxes.
 6)  Employee Payments for Federal Income Tax and FICA.
 7)  Employee Contributions to Retirement and Group Health Plans ( Health Insurance & Dental Coverage).
 8)  Payments of Interest on Mortgage Obligations. 
 
  Non-Payroll Costs: 
 1)  Contractor Pay
 2) Payroll Reimbursement.
 3) Owner's Draw Payments (Except for Sole Proprietors).
 4) Workers' Compensation Fees.
 5) Fringe Benefits. (Commuter Benefits, HSAs).
 6) Ancillary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Group Life Insurance).
 
  Important Notes:
 
  • The SBA recently clarified that the 8 Weeks Period begins on the date, the borrower receives the disbursement of the Loan, and regardless of whether your Business has resumed operations.
  • No More than 25% of the Forgivable Amount of a PPP Loan can be attributable to Non-Payroll Costs.
 
   Actions to take immediately:
 
  • Open up a Separate Bank Account and Deposit the Loan Amount in the Bank Account. It would make it easier to track the use of the funds precisely. 
  • Order Check Books for this Account and Ensure the Check Payment is made from this Account.
  • Hire Back Employees and Restore Headcount and Wages to Prior Levels.
  • Maintain a Paper Folder or Electronic Folder for all PPP Expenses and Cancelled Checks. Remember you have 8 Weeks of Funding to track these costs.  Not 2 Months but 8 Weeks, from when you got the Funding. 
  • Ensure to pay your Rent on time. Get your Lease Agreement and Have it ready to produce, when it is requested.
  • Ensure to pay your Utility Bills on time and save all Bill Payments.
  • Make Sure to Pay ALL Interest on your Loans when Due. Although, Principal Payments are required, you are required to keep track of the Interest Payments, either with Statements or an Amortization Schedule. 
  • Keep a Record of the Exact Amount of Health Benefits and Pension Contributions due for the 8 Weeks. Ensure to find them, before the end of the 8 Weeks.
  • Get a Bookkeeper, CPA and Accountant NOW. 
 
         The PPP and EIDL Loan Program is one of the Greatest Investments, you have ever made as a Small Business. The Secret is knowing how to play by the Rules and is essential in using it to your Best Advantage.
       
     You may be proud of the fact, that you do your own Tax Filings, Payroll and Bookkeeping, but the PPP Loan and EIDL Loan is not an area, where you want to risk making a wrong decision. The Guidance for the PPP seems to be changing daily. Be Aware that Little Mistakes can cost you Big.  Whatever you do, be sure to do it under the Guidance of a Financial Advisor/Bookkeeper to help you maximize your Benefit from the adherence to the PPP Loan Terms.
 
     Feel Free to Reach Out to us and Let Us know, how we can assist you. We are available to help you with your Bookkeeping, Accounting and Payroll Needs. Call 202-422-4586 for More Information. 
 
 
 

     

All you Need to Know about the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL).

Posted on April 6, 2020 at 11:58 PM Comments comments ()

All you Need to Know about the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan  (EIDL).

Paycheck Protection Program , Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program, SBA Loan




The Trump administration announced a $349 Billion Relief Package for small businesses that are being impacted by the effects of the coronavirus. Many are having to close their doors to prevent the spread of the virus. This situation, in turn, has led to companies having to reduce the hours of workers or even let them go altogether. 

The Relief Package Program is a Part of the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security (CARES) offered in Government - backed Forgivable Loans to help Small Businesses continue paying payroll costs and certain operating expenses.

If you're a Business Owner, these are Two (2) Main Options, that are available for Small Businesses and Non- Profits to obtain financial support during the coronavirus outbreak. They are:

  •         CARES Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) 
                                 And 

  •       Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (EIDL)   

 
  Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan:

  The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan is dedicated to guarantee Businesses, the loans they need to cover 8 Weeks of Payroll Expenses, along with some Utility and Rent Costs, as well as Payments of Interest on any Mortgage Obligation. Businesses will have to maintain Payroll fully for the Next 3 Months. It is important to note that the Loans can be fully forgiven, if the Businesses keep employees on Payroll or re-hire them by June 30th. 

         Important Facts about PPP:

  • To Apply for this Loan, Businesses can request 2.5 times their Average Monthly Payroll Costs. The Average Costs is based on the Total Payroll Costs for the Year 2019. 

  •  Organizations can apply for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) by calling their Banks and Other Lenders directly after completing the Form/Link below on the SBA Website:

  •  The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan is forgivable, depending on whether Businesses lay off workers and how they use the Money. 

  •  Repayment of Loans are deferred for 6 Months, with an Interest Rate of 0.50 % Fixed Rate and the Maximum Repayment Term is 2 Years.     

    
    Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program ( EIDL):

   This Loan is to provide Economic Relief for Businesses experiencing a Temporary Revenue Loss due to COVID-19. This Loan will guarantee a Bushiness/Non-Profit Organization, a Grant of $10,000  which is considered as " Advance", that you don't have to pay back. It funds low- interest Loans, that your Business can use to cover operating expenses, which you will need to repay back. 

        Important Facts about EIDL:

  • The Loan Request Amount will be based on the Amount of             " economic injury" that you have sustained, because of the COVID-19 Pandemic. 

  • The EIDL Loan can be used for a Broader Array of Costs, including Rent and Mortgage Payments, Salaries, Workers' Paid Leave and the Business' Operational Needs.

  • Organizations can apply for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program and Advance(EIDL) directly through the SBA Website Link below: 

  • Once you submit your Application for the Loan, you can indicate that you are interested in the emergency Grant at the same time. Businesses who request for this Grant Advance, when approved will not need to pay it back, but the rest of the Disaster Assistance Loan will need to have to be repaid.

  • Repayment of Loans are deferred for 6 Months, with an Interest Rate of 3.75% Rate for Small Businesses and 2.75% Rate for Non-Profits. The Maximum Repayment Term is 30 Years.        

        Additional Information: 

  • No Collaterals or Personal Guarantees is Needed for the Application for each of these Loans. However, if the Proceeds are used for fraudulent purposes, the United States Government will pursue criminal charges against the Business/Organization Owner. 

  • One can apply for Both Loans, if you need to, but you cannot use both Sources of Funds for the Same Purposes. 

  • The $10,000 grant is a Loan Advance and does not need to be paid back, BUT If you also apply for the Paycheck Protection Loan Program, the $10,000 will be subtracted from the Loan Forgiven Amount, under the Program.

  • If you apply for both Loans, it is advisable to let your PPP Lender/Banker, know that you have applied for the EIDL Loan. 

  • To get the Average Monthly Payroll Costs for the PPP Loan, it is advisable to use the Average of the last 12 Months' Payroll Costs. For New Businesses/Organizations, use the January - February 2020 Payroll Costs. 

  • You need to provide the Lenders, documentation that verifies the Number of Full Time Equivalent Employees on your Payroll Costs, Covered Mortgage Interest Payments, Rent Payments and Covered Utilities for the 8 Weeks Period, once the loan is Granted. 

  • The Loan Forgiveness will be based on the Sum of the Documented Payroll Costs, Covered Mortgage Interest Payments, Covered Rent Payments and Covered Utilities Documentation Provided. 

  • Due to the Likely High Subscription, it is anticipated that not more than 25% of the Forgiven Amount may be used for Non-Payroll Costs.

  • The Loan Eligibility Amount will be calculated, using the Financial Documents, submitted during the Loan Eligibility Determination Process. You will need to affirm that the Financial and Payroll Documents submitted are True, Accurate and Correct. 
 
     We are aware that these Applications require submitting your Financial Statements and Payroll Documentation to speed up your Loan Determination Process. We are excited to announce that, we are available to help you with furnishing these Documents and making them available to make this Possible.

     Feel Free to Reach out to us and let us know, how we can assist you. 

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