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https://www.sba.gov/blog/5-reasons-you-need-business-plan… 5 reasons you need a business plan December 10, 2018 If you are starting a small business, there is no shortage of advice on the steps you should take: registering your business name, getting a Tax ID, deciding on a business structure and …
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SBA to Open Business Recovery Centers in Hammond and Thibodaux to Help Businesses Impacted by Hurricane Ida
https://www.sba.gov/article/2021/sep/18/sba-open-business-recovery-centers-hammond-thibodaux-help-businesses-impacted-hurricane-ida… SBA to Open Business Recovery Centers in Hammond and Thibodaux to Help … by Hurricane Ida SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration and the Louisiana Small Business Development Center today announced the opening of … -
Physical damage loans
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance/physical-damage-loans… financial assistance from SBA — even if you do not own a business. As a homeowner, renter, or personal property owner, … properties may be eligible for assistance under SBA's business physical disaster loan program . These loans … TTY/TRS: 711 Email: disastercustomerservice@sba.gov Business physical disaster If you own a business located in … -
Pandemic Response Oversight
https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/oversight-advocacy/office-inspector-general/pandemic-response-oversight… to economic stimulus programs offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration in response to the Novel Coronavirus … businesses. Fraudsters have already begun targeting small business owners during these economically difficult times. Be … Independent Contractors August 12, 2021 21-19 The Small Business Administration’s Implementation of Recommended … -
Become an SBA surety partner
https://www.sba.gov/partners/surety-bond-partners-agents/become-sba-surety-partner… to you. Content Apply now Why partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)? Security SBA covers as much as 90% of a surety’s losses if a small business defaults. New clients Expand your business and … to participate in SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee program. The name of the company applying, names and titles of key … -
Organization
https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/organization… us by phone or email. Contact SBA Mission The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) helps Americans start, grow, … to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns; preserve free competitive enterprise; … enterprises. The agency also advocates on behalf of small business to federal agencies and big businesses. 1945: WWII … -
Unsecured Business Funding for Small Business Owners Explained
https://www.sba.gov/blog/unsecured-business-funding-small-business-owners-explained… Unsecured Business Funding for Small Business Owners Explained June 19, 2018 As a small business owner, if you’re in the startup phase or are ready … -
SBA Spanish glossary
https://www.sba.gov/partners/counselors/instructional-materials-trainers/sba-spanish-glossary… sus siglas en inglés) 7(a) loan préstamo tipo 7(a) 8(a) Business Development Program Programa de desarrollo … sobre la fianza bonding emisión de bonos o fianza Boots to Business el Programa para veteranos emprendedores Boots to Business brand recognition reconocimiento de marca break-even … -
7(a) Working Capital Pilot program
https://www.sba.gov/partners/lenders/7a-loan-program/7a-working-capital-pilot-program… the working capital they need to support and grow their business Using a 7(a) WCP, small businesses can efficiently … -
Years past
https://www.sba.gov/national-small-business-week/years-past… Years past See highlights from previous National Small Business Week events. Previous winners National Small Business Persons of the Year 1971-2025 Since 1971, SBA has announced a National Small Business Person of the Year, which recognizes the critical … -
SBIC directory
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/investment-capital/sbic-directory… SBIC directory Contact an SBA-licensed Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) looking to invest in small … Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Name Vintage Year Fund Size Average Investment Strategy Fund … 16 Page 17 Page 18 … Next … Contact an SBA-licensed Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) looking to invest in small … -
Top 10 Business Credit Terms Small Business Owners Should Know
https://www.sba.gov/blog/top-10-business-credit-terms-small-business-owners-should-know… Top 10 Business Credit Terms Small Business Owners Should Know April 18, 2019 As a small business owner, it is important to have an understanding of … -
National Small Business Week
https://www.sba.gov/national-small-business-week… National Small Business Week Celebrate entrepreneurs and small business owners during SBA's annual awards. NSBW 2026 is May 3-9. Nominations are now open About National Small Business Week For more than 60 years, the U.S. Small Business … -
5 Key Financial Tips When Starting a Business from Home
https://www.sba.gov/blog/5-key-financial-tips-when-starting-business-home… 5 Key Financial Tips When Starting a Business from Home August 14, 2017 Did you know more than 52% … in the U.S. are home based? According to the Small Business Administration, there are more than 28 million small … If you select this structure then the legal name of your business is your own name. In most states, if … -
Federal Government Achieves Small Business Contracting Goal for Sixth Consecutive Year with Record-Breaking $120 Billion to Small Businesses
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One Stop Shop for Small Business Compliance
https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/oversight-advocacy/office-national-ombudsman/compliance-contacts… One Stop Shop for Small Business Compliance When federal agencies publish regulations … agencies, in accordance with The One Stop Shop for Small Business Compliance Act of 2021. The table below contains … Inspection Service -Farm Production and Conservation Business Center -Food and Nutrition Service -Food Safety and … -
Increasing access to capital
https://www.sba.gov/priorities/american-manufacturers/increasing-access-capital… can be used to start, grow or expand your manufacturing business. 7(a) loans The 7(a) loan program is SBA's primary business loan program for providing financial assistance to … Short- and long-term working capital Refinancing current business debt Purchasing and installation of machinery and … -
SBA leadership
https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/organization/sba-leadership… a few of our leaders in this section. SBA Headquarters Name Title Office Kelly Loeffler SBA Administrator Office of … Associate Administrator Office of Government Contracting & Business Development Larry Stubblefield Deputy Associate Administrator Office of Government Contracting & Business Development Chris Holleman Assistant Administrator … -
Investment Capital Advisory Committee
https://www.sba.gov/priorities/councils-and-committees/investment-capital-advisory-committee… of investment capital. Content Overview The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)’s Office of Investment and … the 2024 Report to the Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration , which highlights three … Beverly serves as the Manager of her family’s real estate business and leads a nonprofit fostering her passion for … -
Is a secured business credit card right for you?
https://www.sba.gov/blog/secured-business-credit-card-right-you… Is a secured business credit card right for you? December 10, 2018 For business owners, one of the major reasons to have a business … expenses plus establish business credit in your company’s name. It’s much easier to qualify because it requires a …