Payroll tax holiday is not free money
For some of you, your paychecks might be bigger because of President Trump’s new payroll tax deferment which started September 1st. But you really need to know that this is not free money.
Atlanta businesses hit hard without Dragon Con fans Labor Day Weekend
The sci-fi and fantasy convention moved entirely online because of the pandemic, disappointing more than just participants, but also Downtown Atlanta businesses that largely exist because of massive events, such as Dragon Con.
Owners hope Black Restaurant Week kick starts return from COVID-19 slump
Black Restaurant Week in Atlanta kicks off September 3 and runs until September 13. The coronavirus hit many restaurants hard and forced some businesses to shut their doors for good. Organizers hope this event is a boost in the right direction to get people to support those still open.
Metro Atlanta man takes coffee business on the road
A Metro Atlanta man has transformed his Nitro Coffee business into something of a cafe-on-wheels.
Historic launder on brink of closing, as dry cleaners' business nationwide is drying up
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics recorded a 47.5% unemployment rate for the “Industries in the Personal and Laundry Services” in April 2020.
New survey finds 75 percent of black owned businesses experienced summer boom
The coronavirus is notorious for drying up businesses, but a new survey found 75% of Black owned business owners have seen an increase in sales since the beginning of the summer.
CEOs warn Congress of 'catastrophic' pandemic impact on small businesses without more federal aid
Leaders from some of America’s largest companies signed an open letter to Congress urgently calling for lawmakers to help small businesses.
Grant Park brewery serves up beer…and outdoor space
Atlanta's Eventide Brewing is serving up plenty of beer -- and outdoor space -- as neighbors line up to support the brewery's Grant Park taproom.
Local family serves up Dutch treat to metro Atlanta
Growing up in the Netherlands, Guido Vliegen made some sweet memories while eating stroopwafels.
$10,000 and $25,000 grants available for minority and women business owners
An organization called “Count Me In” will soon give 19 minority and women business owners thousands of dollars to reinvigorate their companies in the midst of COVID-19.
'Cheating' encouraged at Cabbagetown sweet shop
After spending years as a national level figure competitor, Shirley Hughes says her own "cheat days" inspired her to create a business to help others indulge during theirs.
Local mom creates 'scent'illating business
They say necessity is the mother of all invention. And for mother of three Carrie Hadley, the necessity was finding the right perfume.
Small businesses could receive second PPP loan under new proposal
Bill introduction comes as Congress, White House grapple with a fourth coronavirus aid package to help US economy.
Cooling down from the summer heat at Cremalosa gelato shop
A Decatur gelato shop is back open, just in time for another steamy summer here in North Georgia.
Braselton bakery’s business booms during pandemic
Business at Brasleton's Dickerson Bakery is thriving, thanks to its unique and family-friendly DIY cookie, cupcake, and cake pop kits.
Census survey: Most small businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19 pandemic
The new Small Business Pulse Survey from the U.S. Census Bureau highlighted the impact COVID-19 is having on small U.S. stores, retailers and businesses.
Small business owners take steps to regain employees, customer trust in pandemic
Some small business owners are taking advantage of disinfectant services to make sure their employees and their customers are safe.
3 new tax credits offered to businesses impacted by coronavirus pandemic
The employee retention credit is designed to encourage businesses to keep employees on their payroll, the IRS says.
Georgia may be open but many merchants, customers not ready to do business as usual
Georgia may be open but many merchants and customers are not quite ready to go back to business as usual amid coronavirus concerns.
Fed's rent protection doesn't cover 75 percent of renters
For families living paycheck-to-paycheck, paying rent was already a struggle. But the CARES Act, which provides protection from eviction right now, is a lifesaver for some but not most renters.