Do You Need Cyber Liability Insurance?
08/06/2020
It may not be something you've ever thought about, or even heard of. Cyber liability insurance is a growing need for businesses -- and not just big businesses and national corporations, according to Ryan Murray, a vice president at Crest Insurance Group and the speaker for Republic Bank of Arizona's July ShopTalk event.
Read MoreRated 5 Stars by Bauer Financial
08/03/2020
Republic Bank of Arizona received a 5-Star Rating from Bauer Financial, the nation's premier bank rating firm. This rating recognizes Republic Bank of Arizona as one of the strongest banks in the nation.
Read MorePPP Loan Forgiveness: What to Expect Next
10/12/2020
On October 8, 2020, the SBA released a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans of $50,000 or less. The new Form 3508S is expected to streamline the process while also protecting against fraud. Learn about the process and get the latest updates.
Read MorePPP Loan Forgiveness - The Next Chapter
06/22/2020
The rules for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) continue to be revised. Initially, the SBA posted an Interim Final Rule relating to the implementation of CARES Act on April 2, 2020. There has been nothing "final" about it! Subsequently, the SBA and Treasury issued additional Interim Final Rules, and then a series of revisions. While the intent of these revisions has been to make the program more accessible, and the relief granted through the loan proceeds more meaningful, the changes have created a great deal of confusion.
Read MoreIdentifying and Preventing Fraud in Your Small Business
05/01/2020
It starts with motivation, moves to rationalization, and culminates with opportunity. That's the cycle most employees who commit workplace fraud go through, stated Ross Dietrich, managing partner at Price Kong & Co., CPAs, during his informative presentation on Fraud Prevention at Republic Bank of Arizona's virtual ShopTalk event in April.
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