Latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) developments.
Kaye Bender Rembaum continues to monitor the latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) developments.
In the best interest of our clients, guests and team, we are cancelling all seminars and classes through the end of April 2020.
Welcome to Becker’s resource page on COVID-19
We are updating this information on a daily basis. Given the evolving nature of this medical crisis some of the information in older articles may have changed. All of this information is posted to educate and inform our clients but does not constitute specific legal advice. Please consult your Becker attorney for questions.
The rapidly evolving coronavirus (COVID-19) has created an environment of complexity and uncertainty that no doubt has impacted your business in some way. We are here to help you navigate through this challenging time. The business matters listed below are just some of the potential issues that we can assist you with. For over 47 years, Becker has been and remains committed to serving our clients, our team members, and our communities. Together, we will succeed.
OTHER EMERGENCY RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES
Florida Business Damage Assessment Survey
The Florida Business Damage Assessment survey has been activated to assess the impact of COVID-19 on Florida’s local business operations. The survey, managed by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), will evaluate businesses affected by COVID-19 and the impacts the virus has had on the local economy so actions to implement appropriate relief programs can begin. The Business Damage Assessment Survey can be taken online at https://floridadisaster.biz/.
Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program
The Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program is currently available to small business owners located in all Florida counties statewide that experienced economic damage as a result of COVID-19. For details on eligibility requirements and the loan process, visit: https://floridadisasterloan.org/.
Reemployment Assistance Program Resources Administered Through Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
If your employment has been negatively impacted as a result of the mitigation efforts in Florida to stop the spread of COVID-19, you may be eligible to receive Reemployment Assistance. For more information, review the FDEO Reemployment Assistance FAQS.
U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Loans
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that Florida small businesses that are being economically impacted by COVID-19 can now apply for low-interest Economic Injury Disaster Loans. Loans of up to $2 million are available to help meet financial obligations and operating expenses for small businesses statewide that have been impacted since January 31, as well as for private non-profit organizations of any size, small agricultural cooperatives and small aquaculture enterprises. For more information regarding the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans, please visit: SBA Disaster Loan Assistance.
Whatever your community decides to do regarding meetings, events, common areas, amenities, and other measures regarding COVID-19, you should clearly and consistently communicate with residents. Use your newsletter, website, email, social media, or bulletin board to inform and educate.
SFPMA has been monitoring the outbreak of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) and its impact on our industry
We understand that everyone may have questions:
It is important to recognize we are not health care professionals. We have been looking to the experts. The CDC and other qualified health officials should continue to be the primary source of current information and guidance. Were offering general, precautionary guidance from officials and adding some common-sense guidelines for our industry.
Stay safe from all of us at SFPMA, the State of Florida Property Management Association
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