AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLocal Closures: Mezza9 Café in Rochester says it will shut down for good on June 30, blaming rising costs, high rent, and low foot traffic. Disaster Relief (SBA): The SBA opened low-interest disaster loans for South Carolina small businesses and private nonprofits hit by drought, and reminded Michigan (and parts of Indiana) applicants that the June 29 deadline is coming for tornado-related physical and economic injury loans. Policy Fight (Payments): Illinois lawmakers delayed a credit card swipe-fee law again, pushing implementation from July 1 to July 1, 2027—sparking fresh backlash from retailers and neighborhood businesses. Small-Business Playbook: A guide on how owners should pay themselves breaks down how payment rules differ by business structure (sole prop, partnership, S corp, C corp, LLC). Hiring & Benefits: An HVAC industry piece argues retirement plans can help contractors recruit and retain workers by boosting job appeal and long-term loyalty. Community Business Culture: A study ranks Brenham, Texas among America’s top “handshake economies,” spotlighting trust-based local commerce. Tech for SMBs: SCORE and Pasadena Public Library are offering free one-on-one mentoring sessions for entrepreneurs and growing businesses.
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