US Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Republican of Kentucky, holds a press briefing about legislation in response to the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, March 17, 2020. Saul Loeb | AFP | Getty Images Executives at companies that would receive bailout cash from the coronavirus-relief bill unveiled by Senate Republicans […]
What to read, listen & follow to help your business in 2020
Whilst we navigate the tricky waters of 2020, some people might find themselves with more time to read, listen or explore their business information. Others might desire the distraction or need some ideas on evolving their business. Maybe you need some inspiration, some practical bits of advice, and exposure to some interesting theories that challenge you […]
COVID-19 Support Available
I don’t know about you, but I’m getting inundated with information about COVID-19 from every angle. And I don’t want to add to that information overload, but thought these resources may be helpful to you. The Australian Government will support businesses to manage cash flow challenges and help businesses retain their employees. Note, these support […]
Common Bookkeeping Mistakes That Can Be the Downfall of Your Business
Running a business is as fulfilling as it is stressful. There is joy that comes from seeing your idea become reality. It doesn’t hurt that as a business owner, you get to be your own boss, schedule your work hours, and have the opportunity to help your community. Nevertheless, there is more to owning a […]
Coronavirus relief bill contains tax credits for employers
The coronavirus relief bill signed by President Donald Trump late Wednesday contains, among its many provisions, several tax credits for employers who provide paid sick leave or family or medical leave for their employees who miss work for various coronavirus-related reasons. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act, H.R. 6021, passed the House of Representatives on […]
Podcast: Finding (and being) calm amid the chaos
COVID-19 is bringing much change and uncertainty to the world and it’simportant to find calm amid the chaos. No one can control market volatility,with fear being a major influencer on the fluctuations, though investmentprinciples have not changed. In this episode, Susan Tillery, CPA/PFS, chair ofthe PFP Executive Committee, and Dave Stolz, CPA/PFS, chair of the […]
Treasury yields edge lower after jump on federal stimulus package
At around 3:15 a.m. ET, the yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note, which moves inversely to price, was lower at 1.2344%, while the yield on the 30-year Treasury bond was also down at 1.8552%. Despite the tumbling stock market, which saw Wall Street hit new coronavirus crisis lows on Wednesday, yields leaped as investors […]
Treasury yields inch higher as stimulus hopes lift markets
U.S. government debt prices were slightly lower Wednesday morning after hopes of a fiscal injection to mitigate the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic boosted stocks. At around 2:45 a.m. ET, the yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note, which moves inversely to price, was fractionally higher at 1.0100%, while the yield on the 30-year Treasury […]
Moving Forward: Impacting Business & Where We Stand
[embedded content] SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT. This video is for all of my clients, but especially for those of you experiencing severe financial hardships at this difficult time. I am revamping Brigade’s service offerings to help businesses stay afloat during these times of uncertainty as well as be ready after the crises is over. Here’s what I […]
Treasury yields rise as stocks search for modest recovery after Monday’s crash
U.S. government debt prices were lower Tuesday morning as investors hope for a bottoming out following Monday’s historic losses on Wall Street At around 3:00 a.m. ET, the yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note, which moves inversely to price, was higher at around 0.7843%, while the yield on the 30-year Treasury bond was up slightly […]