AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCredit Card Costs: Illinois lawmakers delayed a law capping some credit card swipe fees to July 1, 2027, drawing fire from retailers and small bars that say it delays affordability relief. Owner Pay & Taxes: A new guide breaks down how small business owners should pay themselves based on structure (sole prop, partnership, S-corp, C-corp, LLC tax elections), with IRS rules and cash-flow budgeting in mind. Compliance Risk for SMBs: A California-focused report warns that website accessibility and tracking laws can trigger costly lawsuits beyond the headline ADA cases, urging owners to vet vendors and practices early. Hiring & Benefits: HVAC contractors are leaning on retirement plans to attract and retain scarce skilled workers, positioning benefits as a competitive edge. Banking Leadership: BCB Bancorp named turnaround specialist Thomas O’Brien as president/CEO for its next phase, after prior credit and small-business lending losses. SMB Financing & Growth: Xometry filed for a $225M public offering, while Connecticut approved about $19M in bond funding for housing and downtown retail projects via its municipal development authority. Workforce & Policy: NMFS proposed electronic commercial fishing logbooks, with public comments open through June 26.
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