
Contributing author
Andi Smiles
Andi is a small business financial consultant and coach who teaches business owners to take control of their finances. She’s helped hundreds of self-employed folx organize and understand their business finances, while also uncovering their emotional relationship with money.
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Your PPP Loan Calculator: How to Calculate the Loan Amount for Your PPP Application
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