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Minimum Wages Increased Jan. 1, 2024

Don’t forget: the minimum wages increased to $14 for non-tipped workers and $8.40 for tipped workers, effective January 1. Contact @Cook County Commission on Human Rights if you are not receiving the correct wages.

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What Every Small Business Needs to Know About the Corporate Transparency Act

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is going into effect on January 1, 2024, impacting millions of small businesses across the U.S.

Knowing the intricacies of this act and its potential impact is essential for small businesses. Otherwise, they may incur criminal or civil penalties for not filing or updating this report.

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Minimum Wage Increase - January 1, 2024

On December 1, Cook County issued a notice to employees regarding the Minimum Wage Ordinance (MWO). Effective January 1, 2024, the minimum wage for non-tipped workers increases to $14.00 and the minimum wage for tipped workers increases to $8.40. These increases are required in alignment with the Illinois State minimum wage.

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We’re now accepting applications for 2024/2025 Board Members

We're now accepting applications for our 2024/2025 Board of Directors. Any active chamber member is eligible if they have been a paid member for more than a year. Applications will be accepted in writing via email until Monday, December 4 at 5pm. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information.

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SBA Business Recovery Centers to Close Permanently in Illinois

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced it is permanently closing its four Business Recovery Centers in Illinois on Tuesday, November 7. SBA opened the centers to assist Illinois businesses and residents affected by severe storms and flooding which occurred during June 29-July 2, 2023.

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WIN Home Inspection Lincolnwood

WIN Home Inspection Lincolnwood is highly rated and recommended by home buyers, home sellers, home owners, and real estate agents. They provide professional, personalized home inspection services for all types of homes, condos, manufactured homes, duplexes, and townhomes. WIN also provides pre-listing inspection for home sellers. WIN Home Inspectors receive extensive, ongoing education to stay at the forefront of industry trends and innovation.

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Funding Opportunties

Allies for Community Business (A4CB) takes a holistic approach when assessing loan applications, evaluating how well business owners have managed their debts over the past two years and how much cash they have available to make monthly loan payments.

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SBA Opens Fourth Business Recovery Center in Illinois

ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today it will open a fourth Business Recovery Center (BRC) in Cook County at 9 a.m. Monday, Sept. 11, at the Office of the County Commissioner. SBA is opening the Center to assist Illinois businesses with losses due to severe storms and flooding that occurred from June 29 through July 2.

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Welcome District 1860

We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our newest member, District 1860, at the Lincolnwood Chamber of Commerce!

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