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What SBA Offers to Help Small Businesses Grow
What does SBA offer to small business owners? The programs are varied and the qualifications for each are specific. Understanding how SBA works is the first step towards receiving assistance.
SBA Loan Programs
SBA offers a variety of loan programs for very specific purposes. Take some time to study the programs described in this section, to see if you qualify to participate.
How to Prepare Your Loan Application
Each SBA loan program has its own eligibility criteria and application process. However, as you prepare to submit your paperwork, you will need to gather and prepare similar documentation.
Find Small Business Loans
Federal, state and local governments offer a wide range of financing programs to help small businesses start and grow their operations.
Facts About Government Grants
SBA does not provide grants for starting and expanding a business. Government grants are funded by tax dollars and require very stringent compliance and reporting measures.
Research Grants for Small Businesses
If your small business is engaged in scientific research and development, you may qualify for federal grants.
Find Grants
Federal, state and local governments offer a wide range of financing programs to help small businesses start and grow their operations.
Venture Capital
Venture capital is a type of equity financing that addresses the funding needs of entrepreneurial companies that cannot seek capital from more traditional sources.
Find Loans, Grants & Other Assistance
Federal, state and local governments offer a wide range of financing programs to help small businesses start and grow their operations.
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