Knowledge and Insights
Offering resources and insights that help clients and communities
One of the ways Mercadien accelerates client and community success is by continually enhancing and sharing knowledge. By offering our expertise and thought leadership on key business and industry trends and issues, we’re a better resource to you. It benefits everyone to keep minds sharp and fingers on the pulse of what’s critical in today’s dynamic environment.
We’re pleased to provide articles, news, and information to help you stay up-to-date on topics affecting your organization; learn about best practices and processes in relevant fields; and simplify the business and financial complexities you may face.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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May 1, 2024 | 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Hamilton, NJ 08619
Mercadien Webinar Replay: OCC’s Final CRA Rule – What You Need to Know
June 25, 2020On Wednesday, June 24th Mercadien’s Financial Institutions Services Group hosted a one-of-a-kind presentation featuring the nation’s leading Community Reinvestment Act expert, Kenneth H. Thomas, Ph.D., author of The CRA Handbook…Read More
The Main Street Lending Program: An Alternative to the PPP
June 19, 2020 | By: Frank PinaThe lender portal for the Federal Reserve’s Main Street Lending Program (MSLP) has opened as the alternative to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Unlike the PPP, the Main Street Lending…Read More
Contact Us for PPP Loan Forgiveness Processing Assistance
June 15, 2020Mercadien is ready to assist you in facilitating the CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness processing. The SBA stated that Lenders are expected to perform a good-faith review,…Read More
PPP Loan Alert – SBA & Treasury Issue Guidance on PPP Flexibility & Updated Applications
June 12, 2020 | By: Frank PinaOn June 10, 2020, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and Treasury Department issued an interim final rule to address changes made by the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (PPPFA). Streamlined…Read More
Mercadien Webinar Replay: Capital Markets & M&A Outlook Post COVID-19
June 8, 2020Lee D. Boss, CPA, MBA, Managing Director, Mercadien & Valentina Midura, Senior Manaing Director, BDO Capital Advisors, presented a webinar Capital Markets & M&A Outlook Post COVID-19 on Thursday, June 4.…Read More
Changes to PPP – What Should You Know?
June 6, 2020 | By: Frank PinaOn June 5, 2020, President Trump signed into law the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 (PPPFA). The PPPFA provides flexibility to borrowers attempting to maximize the benefits provided…Read More
Government Accounting Standards Board Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
June 2, 2020 | By: Matthew DalySimilar to the private sector, state and local governments have not been immune to the impacts of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Statewide stay at home orders have limited staffing to…Read More
Mercadien Webinar Replay: SECURE & CARES Acts – Impacts on Your Retirement Plan
June 1, 2020Peter Ponzio, CPFA, Senior Vice President of Penn Investment Advisors, Inc. & Melissa B. Kurtzman, Shareholder & Co-Chair, Employee Benefits Practice Group of Littler presented a webinar SECURE & CARES…Read More
SBA Interim Final Rules on PPP Loan Forgiveness & Borrower/Lender Responsibilities
May 29, 2020 | By: Frank PinaOn May 22, 2020, new interim final rules were released by the Small Business Administration (SBA) providing guidance to borrowers and lenders regarding the SBA’s review process under the Paycheck…Read More