Researchers Worry That Low-Income Californians May Have Trouble Repaying Unemployment Benefits
California is requiring unemployment recipients to retroactively prove their work history, but experts say low-income recipients could be forced to repay money they don’t have.
Why Does California Have the Highest Jobless Rate in the Country?
California has the highest unemployment rate in the country. Several factors are contributing, including the state’s slow-to-rebound leisure and hospitality sectors. But the state has a lot of job openings, and high quit rates suggest workers are optimistic they can find better positions.
Show Me the Money
Automation and ag-tech help fuel Capital Region’s funding boost
As the pandemic shifts the landscape of investing in
the Capital Region, so too are the dynamics between tech startups
and investors.
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Firm Celebrates New CEO in 2022
Gilbert CPAs
Gilbert CPAs welcomes a new leader as Bobbie Hales steps into the role of CEO on Jan. 1, 2022. The appointment of Hales is the fulfillment of the firm’s succession planning for leadership. David Ljung, CEO for the past six years, will continue as a firm shareholder until his retirement in a couple of years.
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Better Together for a Bright Future
American River Bank, now a part of Bank Of Marin
For more than three decades, American River Bank (ARB) partnered with the Greater Sacramento business community to meet their banking needs. In August, Bank of Marin acquired ARB, bringing together two exceptional community banks to expand their footprint and better serve their clients throughout Northern California.
Is It Time for a Tax Plan?
A proposed capital gains hike could impact family businesses in transition, especially those without a strategy.
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Banking Leader Goes the Distance
Umpqua Bank
With 16 marathons and many more half marathons under her belt, Rebecca Fabisch Miller knows a thing or two about going the distance for her commercial and corporate clients.
As Community Banks Get Acquired, What Happens to Small-Business Lending?
As community banks continue to be swallowed by bigger fish, some bankers and banking experts say small-business lending could be at risk.
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The Premier Banking Experience for Every Client
Oak Valley Community Bank
In early 2020, Billy Ngo and Peter Kwong, business partners in Kru, Fish Face and Kodaiko restaurants, found themselves in a position like many other small business owners.
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Building Stronger Communities Starts with Strong Relationships
American River Bank a Part of Bank of Marin
At Bank of Marin, building strong relationships and giving back are how we have helped Bay Area communities thrive for more than 30 years. In partnership with the experienced professionals at American River Bank, we are working to build upon long-standing relationships within the Greater Sacramento Region.