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  • Can I use the SBA PPP Direct Forgiveness portal when applying for forgiveness?
  • Which NAICS codes are accepted by the SBA?
  • What qualifies as “gross receipts” for my business when I am entering amounts for my revenue reduction?
  • If I have two PPP loans in 2021, can my Covered Periods for the two loans overlap?
  • I submitted my first draw forgiveness application to Scratch already - why won’t it let me access my second draw application yet?
  • What quarters or reference periods can I compare to show I experienced a 25% or more revenue reduction?
  • Why do I need to upload documentation to show my 25% or more revenue reduction?
  • Which reference quarters should I use to show my 25% or more revenue reduction? Can I use an annual comparison instead?
  • What documentation do I need to provide to corroborate that my entity sustained at least a 25% reduction in gross receipts?
  • If I have self-employment income and file a Form 1040, Schedule C or F, which of my nonpayroll costs are eligible for forgiveness?
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What qualifies as a business-related rent or lease payment?

When calculating your business-related rent or lease payments, you should only include your monthly rent payments – rental deposits and fees are not eligible expenses.

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