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ohn Holler knows what he’s doing is illegal, and he keeps doing it anyway. Because if he weren’t delivering beer to his loyal customers, he wouldn’t be doing any business at all. Holler, the founder and owner of Holler Brewing Co. at 2206 Edwards St., said his operation is mostly in “hibernation.� The local craft brewery has stopped production and furloughed its dozen or so employees, and it’s not opening its doors for to-go sales – which all breweries in Texas are allowed to do during the social distancing restrictions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. The state’s breweries are not allowed to deliver beer to customers, but that’s what Holler has been doing. He said he’s taking 50 orders per week from regulars and, while wearing a protective mask and gloves, making personal deliveries of canned beer on Fridays. Holler said he knows all of his delivery customers and know they are of legal drinking age. If they appeared to be younger than 30, he said he would ask for identification. “I’m not comfortable setting up a shop and having customers leave their houses and come and congregate, and I’m not comfortable sending employees in to run it,� Holler said. “So the one way we can move product safely, to minimize contact and have as few people involved as possible, is this delivery. To us, it’s just an extremely practical and at this point necessary thing for us to do. “I wish it were completely above board and legal,� he added. “But at this time, I have no choice but to do it anyway.� COVID-19 has been a buzzkill for the craft beer industry, much like it has for many other businesses. Houston and Harris County ordered the temporary closure of bars, restaurant dining rooms and taprooms on March 17 in an attempt to limit public gatherings and slow the spread of COVID-19, the upper-respiratory disease caused by the new coronavirus. Representatives of four area breweries said their sales have significantly decreased during the last month. So they’ve been forced to adapt in an attempt to stay afloat – by reducing their staffs, operating hours and/or beer production, by making their products more accessible to customers or, in Holler’s case, by bending the rules. “I think right now, the key to staying alive is keeping it interesting and having a presence on social media,� said co-owner Shayn Robinson of New Magnolia Brewing Co., which opened Nov. 22 at 1616 Bevis St. and had to postpone its grand opening event that was scheduled for April 4. Although its sales have decreased by about half, according to Robinson, he said New Magnolia has actually gained customers during the last month because it’s in a residential area with lots of foot traffic. The same advantage applies to some other local breweries, including Eureka Heights Brew Co. at 941 W. 18th St. Eureka Heights has set up a drive-through operation in front of its taproom, and co-owner Casey Motes said it’s also benefitted from distribution agreements with grocery stores and liquor stores, which for the most part are conducting business as usual. Eureka Heights also has been utilizing its lighthearted personality and creative names and can designs. The Heights brewery released a new IPA this week called “What Day Is It?� in reference to the disorienting nature of the Houston area’s stayat-home order. Eureka Heights also has continued its Wednesday night trivia events by holding them virtually on Facebook Live. “They can still do something fun for half an hour,� Motes said of his customers. “They can get a break and almost pretend like they’re out with some friends hanging out.� Because Eureka Heights fans cannot actually congregate in the taproom, Motes said the business has suffered financially. The closure of bars and dining rooms also has had an impact, See Adapting P. 2B
Photo from Instagram John Holler, owner of Holler Brewing Co. in Sawyer Yards, has been delivering beer to 50 regular customers every Friday.
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Area winery encourages socializing from afar By Zarah Parker zarah@theleadernews.com
Social distancing guidelines have made it hard to really connect with anyone outside of your home. But it doesn’t mean you can’t. “Front Porch Fridays� is a Houston-wide initiative created by the co-owners of Mutiny Wine Room, 1124 Usener St., to help foster a sense of community by getting people outside every Friday at 6 p.m. Mark Ellenberger and Emily Trout are encouraging people to connect with neighbors while staying on their own porches, thereby complying with social distancing guidelines. “After Houston put the social distancing protocols in place, I was driving through the Heights on a beautiful day and noticed that no one was outside on their porches,� Trout said. Having lived in the Heights since 1997, Trout has always had a porch to enjoy. It occurred to her that from people’s front porches, they could chat with one another from afar. This weekly socializing from a distance is designed to turn everyone’s mind to something more positive. “Everyone is so focused on the bad news right now that it’s important to take a step away from the TV and screens and find something to enjoy and make you smile,� Trout said. For Trout, there is no substitute for connecting with other people. “We’re all in this together, and it’s not great, but sitting inside
Mark Ellenberger, left, and Emily Trout are the co-owners of Mutiny Wine Room.
and brooding about the state of the world only feeds our anxiety,� Trout said. “So, let’s do something about this and find a reason to focus on the positive.� To boost the concept and get people involved, Mutiny created a “Front Porch Package� that people could enjoy while hanging out on their porch. Each week the package will look different, but will include a special selection of meats and cheeses with suggested wine pairings. The wine pairings are separate from the package, but will be offered at a discounted rate. Whether or not you pick up a package from Mutiny, the winery is encouraging everyone to participate. As part of the initiative, Trout and Ellenberger are asking people to use the hashtag #FrontPorchFridays on their Instagram posts and tag or mention @MutinyWineRoom. From the pool
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Photo from Mutiny Wine Room The spread for “Front Porch Friday� includes meat, cheese, fruit and nuts.
of people using the hashtag, one winner will be chosen to receive a free bottle of wine from Mutiny. “Mark and I also purchased gift cards from local Heights restaurants and will award the cards to the houses on the block with the most houses participating in Front Porch Fridays,� Trout said. In order to determine the contest winners, Trout asks that participants email their address to
info@mutinywineroom.com or message Mutiny on its social media platforms during the 6 o’clock hour on Friday. “We tool around the neighborhood in a golf cart that our friend lends us and greet people and wave,� Trout said.  At the very least, Front Porch Fridays also serves as a reminder of what day of the week it is for those who just can’t keep track.
Great Friday: Cavatore servers split $1,000 tip By Adam Zuvanich azuvanich@theleadernews.com
The generosity of a customer made Good Friday especially enjoyable at Cavatore Italian Restaurant. Owner Federico Cavatore said a longtime customer, who asked to remain anonymous, left a $1,000 tip for a to-go order last Friday night. The tip was shared among the four servers who were working at the time and provided a morale boost for everyone at the family restaurant, located at 2120 Ella Blvd. “Everybody was elated. Every-
Photo from Facebook A customer recently left a $1,000 tip at Cavatore Italian Restaurant.
one was jumping up and down,� Cavatore said. “It changed the whole tempo.� Like restaurants all over the Houston area and beyond, the COVID-19 pandemic has put an economic strain on Cavatore. Since March 17, all restaurants in Houston and Harris County have been restricted to drive-through, delivery and carryout service in an attempt to minimize crowds, promote social distancing and slow the spread of the upper-respiratory disease caused by the new coronavirus strain. Cavatore said to-go orders ac-
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counted for about one-third of the restaurant’s business before the pandemic. “Things are tough,� he said. Fortunately for fans of the neighborhood eatery, which opened more than 30 years ago, Cavatore said his restaurant is “not going anywhere.� The unusually large tip, which came on an order worth $19.49, strengthened the resolve of Cavatore’s employees. “We needed it,� Cavatore said. “It was something that did a lot for the morale of this staff.�
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We are all living in a strange new world under Harris County’s stay-athome, work safe order to help slow the spread of COVID-19. For me, one of the hardest things to give up has been dining out. Luckily, I can still support restaurants by picking up an order to-go. One place where I’ve twice picked up a curbside order is The Burger Joint. The reason I was keen to order again is that the burger was still plenty hot when I got home the first time. More impressive is that the milkshake I got with my second order was still thick. The first burger I had from The Burger Joint was the classic, which comes with lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles and mayo. I replaced the mayo with mustard and ketchup. Though sometimes I’ll get the condiments on the side so they don’t make the bun soggy on the trip home, I found that the burger held up well with all the ingredients staying between the buns. It was a simple burger that stood out in freshness, even while getting it to-go. I can definitely see why so many people were excited for the 2002 N. Shepherd Dr. location to open.
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The hand-cut fries, sprinkled with salt, were also an item I really enjoyed. Sometimes places make the mistake of putting an order of togo fries in Styrofoam, which makes the fries soggy. I was glad to see that wasn’t the case at The Burger Joint. My second time around in the curbside line, I picked up a BBQ Burger, fries (again, because I couldn’t resist) and a peanut butter milkshake with chocolate added. The BBQ burger came with lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions, bacon, onion rings, cheddar and BBQ sauce. I got mine with no cheddar and the sauce on the side, because I didn’t want to ruin my burger if I didn’t end up liking the sauce. Trouble is, my side of sauce wasn’t See Burger Joint P. 2B
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Jeni’s channels brunch vibes By Zarah Parker
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Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, which has a Heights location at 375 W. 19th St., recently put together its new Terrace Brunch Collection to give customers a taste of sunny afternoon brunches while they’re at home. The collection includes the Savannah Buttermint, Lemon & Blueberries Parfait, Frose Sorbet and Caramel Sticky Buns flavors. It also includes Jeni’s new launch of Raspberry Rose Jelly Donut, which is a vanilla custard laced with donut pieces and raspberry rose petal jam. The collection is available via delivery at jenis.com/localdelivery. Ford Fry’s Heights restaurants reopen Chef Ford Fry’s neighboring Heights restaurants, Superica and La Lucha at 1801 N. Shepherd Dr., reopened Monday with pickup service. Both announced their temporary closure on March 26 amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. “At the time of our closure of Superica, while no one within our restaurants had tested positive for COVID-19, we felt that it was safer for all Rocket Farm employees to take the time to stay home for a full 14 days in order for us to streamline our processes and reopen without any health concerns,” a representative of Rocket Farm Restaurants said
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in a statement. Pickup service will be available from 4:30-8:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m.9 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sunday. Local Foods creates popup market Local Foods, 714 Yale St., is open for takeout and delivery. It also sets up a daily pop-up market from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. to help patrons stock up on grocery items. The market has produce, bread, fresh-cut meats and cheese, wine, beer, coffee and olive oil while supplies last. Plus, if you buy a $100 gift card, you’ll receive an additional $25. With a $200 gift card, you’ll receive an additional $75. Play new kind of bingo Revive Development is encouraging residents to support the local businesses that make up the different developments Revive has in the Heights and Oak Forest/Garden Oaks area. Revive has created a bingo card featuring its businesses. The featured businesses
vary from restaurants to salons to workout places. Fourteen of the 24 bingo spaces feature food places, including Local Poke, Mico’s Hot Chicken, Aladdin Mediterranean Cuisine, KA Sushi, Tarka Indian Kitchen, Squable, Fat Cat Creamery, Hando, Ritual, Marble Slab, Lola, BB’s TexOrleans, Cantina Barba and Hugs & Donuts. To play you have to make a purchase, order a meal, buy an online product or book a service from one of the places on the card. Once you fill up a row, or complete a blackout, email receipts and card to marketing@reviveco.com. The first 10 winners to complete one row of bingo will win a prize package worth $250. The first winner to complete a blackout will win a prize package worth over $1,000. The game will end May 31. To print a card, go to reviveco. com/bingo.
New hours for SweetCup SweetCup Gelato, 3444 Ella Blvd., has temporarily changed its hours. For now, the gelato shop is closed Monday through Wednesday. From Thursday through Sunday the shop is open from 2-8:30 p.m. Common Bond offers daily fresh bread Common Bond Café & Bakery, 449 W. 19th St., is baking up fresh breads daily for people who need bread but want
to skip the grocery store. The breads available include country sourdough loaf, multigrain, baguettes, sunflower rye, classic white bread and sprouted sourdough. Dinner rolls, challah rolls and loafs are available on weekends only. To order, call 713-357-9397, use the Common Bond mobile app, go to CommonBondToGo.com or use the Favor or Ubereats apps.
Get “a dozen reasons to smile” delivered While Fluff Bake Bar, 1701 W. 15th St., is open for curbside and take out from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday, patrons can choose to get sweets delivered straight to them. The custom bake shop now has “a dozen reasons to smile,” which is one dozen cookies, available on its online shop at fluff-bake-bar-2.square.site/. The box of cookies includes three Couch Potato Cookies, which has potato chips, cornflakes, marshmallows, pretzels and milk chocolate chips; three Unicorn Bait, which are sugar cookies with birthday cake crumble and sprinkles inside; three Chocolate Chip and three Snickerdoodle Cookies. Substitutions are not available. Delivery inside of the 610 Loop will be made the day after ordering. All other orders will be shipped out Monday through Wednesday via USPS priority mail.
Adapting, from P. 1B because Motes said Eureka Heights distributed kegs to about 500 of them throughout the region. Tiare Austin, the sales and events coordinator for Walking Stick Brewing Co., which opened in late 2018 at 956 Judiway St., said the business was hitting its stride and setting monthly records in sales before the pandemic brought that trend to a halt. She said the Garden Oaks brewpub is now limited to selling crowlers to go and is open only two hours per weekday with extended hours on weekends. Food trucks still operate regularly on the Walking Stick patio, according to Austin, who said the brewery tries to strike a bal-
ance between keeping its customers satisfied and safe. “It’s a tricky situation,” she said. “You want to promote social distancing and staying at home, but you still want people to buy your beer.” That’s why Holler has opted to make weekly deliveries even though they are not permitted by law – at least not yet. Holler is the treasurer of the Texas Craft Brewers Guild, which is petitioning Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to temporarily loosen some of the regulations that apply to breweries, including their ability to deliver directly to customers either in person or through the mail. The online petition, which as of Wednes-
day morning had more than 17,000 signatures, also asks the state to temporarily suspend excise tax payments and to issue excise tax credits for beer that goes unsold and must be disposed. Holler said he realizes the state government has “competing priorities right now,” but he’s hopeful nonetheless. Last year, he and the brewers guild successfully lobbied Texas lawmakers to allow to-go sales for all beer producers in the state. “There’s no good reason why it should not be allowed,” Holler said of beer delivery. “The case is very compelling, and I hope that we get some explicit guidelines telling us that this is OK.”
Burger Joint, from P. 1B in my to-go bag. I thought the burger was good nonetheless. The bacon brought in a smoky flavor to the mix, while the onion ring added texture. I was also impressed with the milkshake. I’m a sucker for peanut butter and chocolate, but I loved that there were bits of peanuts in the creamy, thick shake. Most of all, I didn’t feel worried about waiting in the curbside line. From what I could see, the workers all wore gloves and masks. It was also a quick turnaround. My order was ready
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Tabby helps to solve problems in bedroom
Dear Tabby, My wife and I can’t agree on a serious topic: Should our pets be allowed to sleep in our bed with us at night? My wife says yes, that she enjoys having them with us, but I disagree. Can you help? Bedroom Troubles in Garden Oaks Dear Bedroom Troubles, You bring up a divisive topic. According to www.vetstreet.com (a pet-related online newsletter), 83 percent of Vet Street readers allow their pets to sleep with them. This begs the question: Is it a good idea to let your pet sleep in your bed? The disadvantages Poor quality of sleep: A 75-pound dog plus two adult
humans in a queen-sized bed isn’t ideal, so space can become a sleep issue with large pets. Even a small dog or cat who isn’t keen on sleeping for an 8-hour stretch without getting playful can greatly disrupt your sleep patterns. Risk of disease and parasites: Meningitis, MethicillinResistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) and even the plague have been transmitted to humans through dog licks, kisses and saliva, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). MRSA was contracted by a married couple after their pup repeatedly licked their faces while sleeping with them in their bed. Also, sleeping with a dog can transfer fleas that increase the risk for contracting human plague, according to the CDC. Be the boss in bed: Dog trainer Cesar Millan warns against letting your dog be the boss of the bed. Millan says that, “while you may want to share your bed with your new dog, don’t do this right away.” Instead, Millan suggests establishing a neu-
tral sleeping location for your dog and letting him get used to the sleeping arrangements. If you would like your dog to join you in bed, do so by invitation only and never allow him to enter your room on his own or crawl onto the bed uninvited. Allergies: If you’re allergic to pet dander, allowing your pet to sleep in your bed can greatly escalate this problem. Contrary to popular belief, allergies aren’t caused by your pet’s fur, but instead by proteins in his urine, saliva and flakes of skin, or dander. Dander is as small and light as dust particles, making it easily inhaled. It also clings to sheets, pillows and blankets. These all sound like serious disadvantages, so why do so many people opt to let their pets sleep with them? The advantages Many pet owners wouldn’t dream of sleeping without their pets. The mere act of petting your companion animal before bed can be relaxing and, studies show, even lower your blood pressure.
Many cat owners claim that the purring of their favorite feline at bedtime is also soothing and rest-inducing, aiding in a restful night’s sleep. So, Bedroom Troubles, it could be argued that both you and your wife have valid points in this debate. It’s best to come to an agreement and to (first and foremost) make sure that the humans are getting proper rest in the bedroom (since they’re the ones, you know, making the money and supporting the pets’ spoiled-rotten lifestyles!). Maybe this means that you compromise with putting a pet bed near your bed and gradually training your pets that they’re not allowed on your bed anymore. The important thing is to keep the peace between you and your wife because, ultimately, a happy marriage makes for happy pets. Do you have a burning question for Tabby? If so, email her at deartabbyquestions@gmail. com.
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Neighbors: Local jazz bands deserve standing ovation for performances By Elizabeth Villarreal elizasgarden@outlook.com
On March 5, the Waltrip High School Ram Band and Frank Black Middle School Band both performed and triumphed at the 25th Annual Blinn College Jazz Festival in Brenham. Waltrip’s and Frank Black’s Jazz Ensembles are truly outstanding. Waltrip’s Jazz Ensemble 1 and 2 earned “superior” ratings and Jazz Ensemble 3 and 4 earned “excellent” ratings. Special congratulations to Waltrip’s Joshua Jaime for earning Most Outstanding Tenor Saxophone Soloist of the Day, Angel Lopez for earning Most Outstanding Trombone Soloist of the Day and Mario Hernandez for earning Best Lead Trumpet Player of the Day. The amazing and talented Deizmin Shaw earned the coveted Most Outstanding Overall Soloist of the Day. Jazz Ensemble
1 also earned first place. Go Ram Band! Following in the footsteps of their dedicated Jazz Ensemble big brothers and sisters, the Frank Black band earned Best Middle School of the Day while eighth grader Jae Espinosa earned Best Middle School Soloist of the Day with his trumpet. Go Panthers! Waltrip High School has a message for the Class of 2020: “Seniors, your caps and gowns are here! Balfour will conduct a drive-thru delivery for all caps & gowns on Monday, April 20 from 1-4 p.m. Please bring your ID and order receipt, and simply drive to the front of the school. Use the entrance on 34th (Street) and receive your hard-earned cap & gown! You never have to get out of the car! Gowns may still be purchased with a credit card or cash for $65 at delivery. All other senior graduation items can still be purchased online @ Balfour.
com.” Highlighting an area business for getting things done safely, especially for seniors and others who are at increased risk of contracting COVID-19: Heights Mobil Car Care would like you to know their service bays are open, but more importantly, they stand ready to pump your gas for you so that anyone who is concerned, at risk or working hard to protect loved ones from the virus does not have to exit their car to get gas. They will handle the transaction for you through your car window while wearing masks and gloves. Owner Heather Mouzourakis shared, “We are ready to pump gas for you from 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Monday through Friday, at Heights Mobil Car Care at 1622 W. 18th St. (near) Ella Boulevard.” The Oak Forest Homeowners Association would like to thank community businesses for their quick
adaptation and flexibility in creating new methods to serve customers during our “Big Chill.” Due to social distancing requirements, the OFHA cancelled the Tour de Oak Forest Bike Ride and May’s Movie in the Park, but Community Relations Director Vanessa Ortega is busy planning events for later in the year. The OFHA plans to celebrate local businesses and restaurants – and you, too, neighbors – by having an all-day fiesta with a little siesta in the middle. More to come on this! Neighbors, there are single people, elderly and handicapped neighbors living among us who may not have family or a support system nearby. Please keep an eye on your neighbors, reach out and check on them, make sure they have all they need and know there are plenty of neighbors ready to assist if the need arises. If anyone needs help, needs an errand run or doesn’t have someone to
be their feet on the ground, call 713688-6342 and leave a message. One of the OFHA board members will call you back and organize a response. Did you know? When you use an app or middle-man food delivery service, most of these companies take 30 percent of every order from our struggling local restaurants. Be sure to ask! In this time of greatly reduced patronage, area restaurants are hurting, very grateful for your drive-thru or pickup orders, and many are delivering. Please call local restaurants directly for orders or use the drive-thru if you can. The delivery services and apps are indeed a lifesaver for those who cannot drive or might be unable to leave the house due to caring for a loved one or an infant, but if you can pick up your own food, it puts more money in the pocket of our local businesses. Stay safe and love your neighbor!
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Hartz Krispy Chicken Buffet on Pinemont deals with break-in By Adam Zuvanich azuvanich@theleadernews.com
It already has been a difficult time for Hartz Krispy Chicken Buffet on Pinemont Drive, just like it has for restaurants all over the Houston area. They have been restricted to drivethrough, carryout and delivery services since March 17 as the region tries to promote social distancing and slow the spread of COVID-19. The restrictions have resulted in a decline in business for Hartz owner Naro Mak, who also had to deal with an overnight break-in last week at his restaurant at 1215 Pinemont Dr. Mak said someone threw a chunk of concrete through one of his windows at about 4 a.m. April 9, then stole a few pieces of chicken that were left in the building overnight. Mak was still able to open his restaurant a few hours later but had to spend a couple hundred dollars to replace the broken window. “Bro, it sucks,” Mak said. Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo said April 9 that burglaries of buildings in the city have increased by about 21 percent since Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo issued a stay-at-home, work safe order for the city and county on March 24. Only businesses that are deemed essential, including restaurants, are permitted to operate during the order, which is in effect through the end of April. So many businesses have closed or are having their employees work from home. Mak said he did not report the break-in to the Houston Police Department, because it has “all kinds of stuff going on” amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. He also said a $250 donation from friend Joe Solis, the owner of Image Grafix in Northwest Houston, covered the cost to replace his window. Mak had written in an April 9 Facebook post that he would need to pull from a GoFundMe account he set up to pay for the window repair. That prompted a jump in donations, which Mak said will now be
Photo from Facebook A window was shattered early April 9 at Hartz Krispy Chicken Buffet at 1215 Pinemont Dr. Owner Naro Mak said the restaurant was burglarized.
used for charitable purposes. He said he’s donating meals to first responders and families in need. For example, Mak said he planned to feed 42 people at Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital last week. On his GoFundMe page, which had raised $2,790 as of April 9, Mak said he is coordinating his charitable efforts with American Legion Post 560 in Garden Oaks, St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church at 2003 W. 43rd St. and Easter Seals of Greater Houston. He said the money is being used to feed families in need and to support his res-
taurant and its 10 employees. Mak said he has not had to lay off or furlough any of his staff members, although they have had to reduce their hours by one shift. He also said his Hartz Krispy Chicken Buffet location has reduced its hours of operation by one hour in the evenings. The restaurant is open from 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. “The noose is getting tighter, man,” Mak said. “What the neighborhood is doing is sustaining me.”
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here’s what you have to pay back:
$0 (as long as you use the money for payroll, rent or utilities) If you own a small business, no matter if you have 2 or 200 employees, you probably know the U.S. Government passed the CARES Act in March to help your business survive. But too many businesses are going to let the cash go because the work is tedious.
The hard part for many small businesses is the application process. You need payroll records. Most applications average around 13 pages. There are business questions that will take time. None of that is a good reason to leave free money on the table.
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