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Buy assets and equipment
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/manage-your-business/buy-assets-equipment… Buy assets and equipment Your business will need special … and lose value over time. Things like printer paper, which get used up, typically don’t get counted as assets. When … are sold "as is" by auction or negotiated sale either online, in-person, or both. State governments tend to have a … -
Get help with your PPP loan
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/covid-19-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program/get-help-your-ppp-loan… Get help with your PPP loan SBA offers free counseling and training events to help you with the … PPP loans. All others can continue to set up and manage online payments at Pay.gov. Stay in touch with SBA Sign up to … SBA offers free counseling and training events to help you with the … -
Get federal and state tax ID numbers
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/launch-your-business/get-federal-state-tax-id-numbers… Get federal and state tax ID numbers Your state tax ID and … and apply for business licenses and permits . It's free to apply for an EIN, and you should do it right after … a Social Security number. John and Kelly apply for an EIN online via the IRS EIN Assistant, free of charge. They … -
Get local assistance
https://www.sba.gov/local-assistance… Get business help nearby Enter your ZIP Code below to search, … to learn more about SBA’s resources for small businesses. Get local assistance Get local assistance SBA and our network of partners offer free or low-cost counseling and training in your area. … Get local assistance … -
Marketing and sales
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/manage-your-business/marketing-sales… and sales Make a marketing plan to persuade consumers to buy your products or services, then decide how you’ll accept … methods you’ll use, like retail, wholesale, or your own online store. Explain each step your customer takes once they … — like print advertising or word-of-mouth campaigns. Get creative and use others’ advice, but be consistent in how … -
Get business insurance
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/launch-your-business/get-business-insurance… Get business insurance Business insurance protects you from … buying process and can save you money. Four steps to buy business insurance Assess your risks . Think about what … business and how they affect your coverage. Need help? Get free business counseling Find counselors Last updated April … -
Get more funding
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/grow-your-business/get-more-funding… Get more funding If your business is up and running but needs … like construction or education — and could use funding to get through expected slow periods. Or maybe it needs capital … find lenders who offer SBA-guaranteed loans Need help? Get free business counseling Find counselors Last updated June 6, … -
Lender Match connects you to lenders
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/lender-match-connects-you-lenders… Lender Match connects you to lenders Get matched to potential lenders funding with competitive … about your business in as little as five minutes. 2. Get matched in two days Access a curated list of lenders who … for startup funding. If you need to create one, follow our free business plan guide. Amount and use of funds Know how … -
Export products
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/grow-your-business/export-products… seasonal sales. Connect with SBA resources and partners to get help exporting. Content Benefits of exporting Nearly … through a partnership with SBA. Their advisors offer free business consulting and low-cost training services. … base. Then, in 1998, she jumped at the opportunity to buy out her business partner who was retiring. In the … -
Merge and acquire businesses
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/grow-your-business/merge-acquire-businesses… know whether you can afford it outright or if you need to get more funding . Make a merger or acquisition agreement You … you might also need to open new business bank accounts , get new state and federal tax IDs , re-apply for licenses … steps to legally close your old business . Need help? Get free business counseling Find counselors Last updated May 26, … -
Fund your business
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/plan-your-business/fund-your-business… funding you’ll need, it’s time to figure out how you’ll get it. Self-funding Investors Loans Fund your business … secure another 10 percent by starting a crowdfunding page online. Many residents are eager to have an auto repair shop … program makes sense for your business. Need help? Get free business counseling Find counselors Last updated … -
Find upcoming events
https://www.sba.gov/events… Wisconsin Wyoming Filter by meeting type - Any - In-person Online Hybrid Search results 1 - 10 of 1471 events Resource … Credit Wednesday, April 29, 2026 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. CDT Free Resource Partner event Online QuickBooks Bootcamp Wednesday, April 29, 2026 12:00 … -
How to Get Past the Fear of Buying a Franchise
https://www.sba.gov/blog/how-get-past-fear-buying-franchise… How to Get Past the Fear of Buying a Franchise April 5, 2019 Before I share my ideas on how you can get past your fear of buying a franchise, I need to address … about Joel Libava Before I share my ideas on how you can get past your fear of buying a franchise, I need to address … -
Close or sell your business
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/manage-your-business/close-or-sell-your-business… plan to transfer ownership, sell, or close your business. Get qualified advice and know what to do to tie up loose … and taxes. Reference the IRS Bankruptcy Tax Guide online for information on debt cancellation, tax procedures, … small business owners with local guidance . Need help? Get free business counseling Find counselors Last updated January … -
Prime and subcontracting
https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-guide/prime-subcontracting… The federal government helps small businesses get an opportunity to subcontract on federal prime contracts. … for Commercial Items Training and education SBA provides free training to both prime contractors and subcontractors. The courses are held online, and you don’t need to register ahead of time. Check … -
Develop your export plan
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/grow-your-business/export-products/international-sales/develop-your-export-plan… through a partnership with SBA. Their advisors offer free business consulting and low-cost training services. The … market data and export resources. Additionally, SBA’s online learning platform includes a “Growing Globally” … state does , then contact your local office to learn more. Get smart on how to finance and insure your exports Exporters … -
Calculate your startup costs
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/plan-your-business/calculate-your-startup-costs… your break-even point and determine your future profits. Get your profit analysis Identify your startup expenses Most … into one of three categories: brick-and-mortar businesses, online businesses, and service providers. You’ll face … startup costs. Calculate startup costs Need help? Get free business counseling Find counselors Last updated July … -
Know the import and export laws and regulations
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/grow-your-business/export-products/international-sales/know-import-export-laws-regulations… the United States, publish import and export information online for traders. One resource for official notified … appropriate industry-specific CBP Center of Excellence . Get updates on U.S. and foreign regulations Small businesses … individuals can sign up for the WTO's ePing service for free, web-based email alerts for opportunities to review and … -
SBA email updates
https://www.sba.gov/updates… SBA email updates Sign up to receive free email updates from the U.S. Small Business … By signing up, you will receive small business tips, online training, and information on upcoming events in your area. You can also get the latest national and local SBA updates by following us …