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| August 13, 2025 For more business updates and live support from business experts, visit Business.NJ.gov. Already have an account? Log in. Alcohol Licensees: Price List Filing is Going Digital Beginning in October 2025, the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control will require the fully electronic filing of Current Price Lists (CPLs) using a standardized template in the ABC online POSSE licensing system. Licensees may, if necessary, continue to use Excel documents for CPL submissions during a testing period that runs through August 2026. The Division will not enforce technical issues that may occur during the testing period. Feedback is welcomed during the transition. For questions, contact the Division at CPL@njoag.gov. Full Advisory Notice Important Changes to Property Transfer Fees New graduated transfer fee rates apply to real estate transactions over $1 million, with rates ranging from 1% to 3.5% based on sale price. The fee is now paid by the seller instead of the buyer. Rates are: 1% ($1M-$2M), 2% ($2M-$2.5M), 2.5% ($2.5M-$3M), 3% ($3M-$3.5M), and 3.5% (over $3.5M). Limited refund opportunities exist for transactions with contracts executed before July 10, 2025 and recorded by November 15, 2025. Refund claims must be filed within one year of recording. Learn More Small Businesses Can Get Reimbursed for Building Improvements Small businesses can apply for up to $50,000 to reimburse costs for building improvements or purchasing new furniture, fixtures, and equipment through the Small Business Improvement Grant. The program has awarded close to $13 million to over 500 New Jersey businesses since February. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until funding is exhausted. Current processing time is 8 months from the application date. Apply NowSmall Businesses Can Receive Lease Payment Support Small businesses and nonprofits can apply for funding to cover up to 20% of lease payments for the first two years when leasing new or additional space through the Small Business Lease Grant. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.Apply Now Businesses Can Access Free E-Commerce Consulting Small businesses with a commercial location in New Jersey can receive up to $11,400 in free ecommerce and digital marketing consulting services. Restaurants, retail stores, and personal care businesses are eligible for website development, online ordering platforms, and e-commerce setup assistance. Contact an NJEDA partner consultant directly. Consultant List (PDF) Small Businesses Can Apply for Commercial Property Purchase Support Small businesses can apply for up to $50,000 to reimburse closing costs related to purchasing New Jersey commercial property through the Main Street Acquisition Support Grant. This pilot program under the Main Street Recovery Fund operates on a first-come, first-served basis while funds last. Visit njeda.gov for eligibility requirements and to apply.Apply Now Boost Employee Ownership with NJEDA’s ESOP Assistance Program Eligible companies with at least 20 full-time employees can now apply for the ESOP Assistance Program from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), which supports transitions to employee stock ownership plans. The program offers feasibility studies and technical assistance to enhance employee financial security and business continuity. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.Apply Now School Bus Contractors Can Apply for Electric School Bus The Electric School Bus Grant Program helps transition diesel school buses to electric school buses with funding for buses and charging stations. School bus contractors can apply for Round 2 grants in conjunction with a specified school or school district. Grants provide up to $350,000 per bus and charging stations for overburdened school districts, or up to $320,000 for other applicants. Each applicant can request funding for 2-16 electric school buses. Applications are open now and close September 26, 2025, at 5 p.m. EDT. School bus contractors must partner with a school or school district for their application.Apply Now Vehicle Dealers Can Apply to Join Zero Emission Vehicle Programs Licensed vehicle dealers offering new zero-emission medium- or heavy-duty vehicles can apply to participate in the NJ ZIP voucher program and NJ ZEV loan program. These programs will provide vouchers up to $175,000 and loans from $50,000 to $500,000 to help businesses purchase zero-emission commercial vehicles. Vendor applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Dealers interested in being listed before the purchaser application launch should submit applications by September 2, 2025 at 5 p.m.Apply Now Property Owners Can Apply for Energy Improvement Financing The Garden State C-PACE Program provides special financing for commercial property improvements including energy efficiency, water conservation, renewable energy, and resiliency upgrades.Commercial, industrial, agricultural, multi-family residential, and nonprofit property owners in approved municipalities can finance up to 100% of eligible retrofit projects or up to 35% of new construction value.The program allows property owners to repay investments through a special assessment similar to property taxes, resulting in lower-cost, longer-term financing. Projects completed within the past three years are also eligible.Applications are open now and accepted on a rolling basis. Currently participating municipalities are: Hackensack, Lakewood, New Brunswick, Oldmans Township, Plainfield, and Woodbridge.Apply Now In Case You Missed It: Apply Now for Atlantic City Revitalization Grants ― First come, first served, while funds last. Price List Relief Available for Some Alcohol License Holders ― contact Jillian.Mahoney@njoag.gov  Chat with us online | Call us at 1-800-Jersey-7 | Mon-Fri, 8 AM- 5 PM |
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