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7 hours ago
3 min

The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant portal is reopening

The SBA hasn't announced an exact date for reopening the portal to apply for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant. But here's what we know...

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What is the Restaurant Revitalization Fund?

Juanita Schwartzkopf

12 hours ago
3 min

What is the Restaurant Revitalization Fund?

The Restaurant Revitalization Fund is set to begin its application process. Learn about the SBA Restaurant Revitalization Fund Application.

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FMG Industry Analysis: Agronomy Services in 2021

Juanita Schwartzkopf

Apr 13
3 min

FMG Industry Analysis: Agronomy Services in 2021

The field of agronomy has evolved over time and requires a more sophisticated understanding of the science and the economics of farming.

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How to Ensure a Successful Refinance Process

Juanita Schwartzkopf

Apr 7
4 min

How to Ensure a Successful Refinance Process

Most borrowers want to find a refinance option on their own but they underestimate the time & effort it takes. How do you have an easy refi?

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Working with a Company Through the Refinance Process

Juanita Schwartzkopf

Apr 7
3 min

Working with a Company Through the Refinance Process

Many lenders are asking weaker performing borrowers to refinance. What can a lender do to encourage the refinance?

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Focus Management Group: March Month in Review

paloisio

Apr 1
1 min

Focus Management Group: March Month in Review

Each month we post an overview article that covers our recent company articles, announcements, and insights. This is for March.

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FMG Industry Analysis: What is the NEW NORMAL for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs)?

Juanita Schwartzkopf

Mar 23
4 min

FMG Industry Analysis: What is the NEW NORMAL for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs)?

SNFs have experienced a tremendous amount of stress and pressure as the country moves through the Covid-19 impact. What is their new normal?

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Who Wins vs Loses with Changing Commodity Prices?

Juanita Schwartzkopf

Mar 10
3 min

Who Wins vs Loses with Changing Commodity Prices?

The prices for corn, soybean, and other commodities have not been seen in markets since 2013. What does this mean, who benefits and loses?

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Juanita Schwartzkopf

Mar 10
1 min

PPP Loans Second Draw

The current March 31 deadline is fast approaching for the second draw PPP loans. Here are the qualifications for the second draw PPP loans.

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Focus Management Group: February Month in Review

paloisio

Mar 1
2 min

Focus Management Group: February Month in Review

Each month we post an overview article that covers our recent company articles, announcements, and insights. This is for February.

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FMG Industry Analysis: The Dichotomy of Restaurant Performance During a Pandemic

Juanita Schwartzkopf

Feb 26
4 min

FMG Industry Analysis: The Dichotomy of Restaurant Performance During a Pandemic

FMG industry experience is second to none. This series will discuss various industries & sectors and our solutions to borrower/lender issues

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FMG Industry Analysis: Property Management & Real Estate Holdings

Juanita Schwartzkopf

Feb 9
4 min

FMG Industry Analysis: Property Management & Real Estate Holdings

FMG industry experience is second to none. This series will discuss various industries & sectors and our solutions to borrower/lender issues

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Focus Management Group: January Month in Review

paloisio

Feb 2
2 min

Focus Management Group: January Month in Review

Each month we post an overview article that covers our recent company articles, announcements, and insights. This is for January.

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Juanita Schwartzkopf

Jan 27
3 min

FMG Industry Analysis: Crop Farming

FMG industry experience is second to none. This series will discuss various industries & sectors and our solutions to borrower/lender issues

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Is This a Good Time for a Borrower to Refinance?

Juanita Schwartzkopf

Jan 20
1 min

Is This a Good Time for a Borrower to Refinance?

Daily negative business news seems to indicate all businesses are struggling and no lenders are lending. Nothing is further from the truth!

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Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits and Venues Act: PPP Loans Round 2

Juanita Schwartzkopf

Jan 4
4 min

Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits and Venues Act: PPP Loans Round 2

On December 27, 2020 the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act was signed into law. Read more for an update.

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Focus Management Group: December Month in Review

paloisio

Jan 1
1 min

Focus Management Group: December Month in Review

Each month we post an overview article that covers our recent company articles, announcements, and insights. This is for the month of Dec.

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Evaluating Working Capital in the ‘New Normal’ of the Covid-19 ABL World

Juanita Schwartzkopf

Dec 29, 2020
5 min

Evaluating Working Capital in the ‘New Normal’ of the Covid-19 ABL World

As the COVID-19 ramps back up through the end of 2020 and start of 2021, a tentative ‘new normal’ has set in for borrowers & lenders alike.

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Juanita Schwartzkopf

Dec 8, 2020
6 min

Where is the Tipping Point?

When the economic impacts of Covid-19 hit in March, most experts anticipated increased problems. Why didn’t we experience a tipping point?

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Focus Management Group: November Month in Review

paloisio

Dec 1, 2020
1 min

Focus Management Group: November Month in Review

Each month we post an overview article that covers our recent company articles, announcements, and insights. This is for the month of Nov.

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