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Applying for PPP Loan Forgiveness
If you have completed your 8-24 week covered period for your PPP loan, follow these steps to begin the forgiveness application process.
Step 1
Determine which form to use.
Streamlined Form
If your original PPP loan amount was $150,000 or less, you can use the new simplified forgiveness application form (Form 3508S).
Short Form
If you don't qualify to use the streamlined form as outlined above, you may still qualify to use the SBA's "short form." If you meet any of these 3 criteria, you can use Form 3508EZ:
EMPLOYEE HOURS
Did not reduce salary or wages for any employee by more than 25%, and did not reduce the number or hours of their employees (excepting laid-off employees who refused an offer to return).
BUSINESS IMPACT
Did not reduce salary or wages for any employee by more than 25% during the covered period and experienced reductions in business activity as a result of health directives related to COVID-19.
Step 2
Prepare your form.
Streamlined Form
Use these materials to prepare your forgiveness application. This is not your final application, so you may leave loan number and signature blank.
Short Form
Use these materials to prepare your calculations. This is not your final application, so you may leave loan number and signature blank.
When you get to Step 3, you will be prompted to enter values from your completed form into the online tool.
Long Form
Use these materials to prepare your calculations. This is not your final application, so you may leave loan number and signature blank.
When you get to Step 3, you will be prompted to enter values from your completed form into the online tool.
Have this information ready
To streamline your online application process, have these items on hand before using the online tool:
TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The TIN used on the signed PPP loan application
EMAIL ADDRESS
The email address used when signing original loan documents
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
Of original PPP loan signer
ANNUAL SALES
Annual sales figure from your most recent fiscal year-end
COMPLETED FORM
You will need to refer to your completed forgiveness application form to complete fields in the online tool.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS (FOR ORIGINAL LOAN AMOUNT OVER $150,000)
After submitting your form details, you will be able to upload your supporting documentation. These are not required for loan amounts less than $150,000.
SCHEDULE A (IF APPLICABLE)
If submitting the long form (Form 3508), upload an electronic version of your Schedule A worksheet as well
PPP Loan Forgiveness FAQs
General Questions
How does the newest relief bill affect the forgiveness process?
The new Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act includes provisions to continue the Paycheck Protection Program and other small business relief programs. It also includes some changes to previous forgiveness guidance, including a new streamlined process for all PPP loans under $150,000 and some changes to eligible expenses and calculations.
What should I be preparing?
Please see your application form (Form 3508S, Form 3508EZ or Form 3508) and its instructions for a listing of materials to collect for your forgiveness application.
Which records should I keep?
In most cases, the SBA recommends a six-year retention period.
Do I need to complete a loan necessity questionnaire?
Loan necessity questionnaires are no longer required by the SBA.
What other resources can I refer to?
Other details and answers can be found in the SBA's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on PPP Loan Forgiveness.
Consumer loan assistance
If you are a Bremer customer impacted by the COVID-19 situation, Bremer is here to work with you.
Consumer mortgage loans
Bremer mortgage customers affected by the COVID-19 situation may qualify for suspended or reduced payments for up to 12 months.
If you are a mortgage customer in need of this assistance, please contact our Loan Solutions team at 651-734-4147 or 1-800-908-2265, extension 4147.
In addition, Bremer is suspending all foreclosure actions, with the exception of abandoned or vacant properties.
Consumer loans, including home equity loans
Customers in need of assistance may call their local banker or our Loan Solutions team at 651-734-4147 or 1-800-908-2265, extension 4147.