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https://www.sba.gov/article/2021/aug/18/sba-administrator-guzman-celebrates-startup-day-across-america… solving problems and bringing new products and services to big cities and small towns throughout our nation. “American … the last year and a half are testament to that fact. But big thinkers and hard workers still need support for their …
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The Business of Engineering
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/business-engineering… largest employers, but decided to accept a position at a large engineering firm after the interview process … of Central Florida to fuel her growth. She attributes a big part of her growth to an Advisory Board that was assigned … the SBDC. Blake says that at the onset, she had very limited resources like most start-ups often do. The advice … -
Celebrating 25 Years of National Farmers Market Week
https://www.sba.gov/blog/2024/2024-07/celebrating-25-years-national-farmers-market-week… markets show that even small business vendors can make big impacts . In addition to serving as gathering places for … you the way. Small Business Development Center programs offer low- or no-cost training and counseling services at nearly 1,000 locations across the U.S., including those in … -
SBA Announces Visa as Platinum Cosponsor for National Small Business Week 2025
https://www.sba.gov/article/2025/03/26/sba-announces-visa-platinum-cosponsor-national-small-business-week-2025… Kelly Loeffler said . “Across every industry, big businesses rely on small businesses every day – and when … -
SBA Announces T-Mobile as a Gold Cosponsor for National Small Business Week 2025
https://www.sba.gov/article/2025/03/27/sba-announces-t-mobile-gold-cosponsor-national-small-business-week-2025… fourth year cosponsoring National Small Business Week at the gold level, reinforcing its commitment to supporting … Kelly Loeffler said . “Across every industry, big businesses rely on small businesses every day – and when … grow. “We’re proud to join the SBA in celebrating the big impact small businesses have in our communities,” Callie … -
The Right Move at the Right Time
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/right-move-right-time… The Right Move at the Right Time SBA Indiana 2025 Small Business Person of … solver who owns a company that helps other companies – big and small – keep people safe. Quest Safety Products, … — delivering the right product, in the right quantity, at the right time.” Yadav started Quest Safety Products, Inc. … -
The Pros and Cons of Owning a Food Franchise
https://www.sba.gov/blog/pros-cons-owning-food-franchise… the franchise, but when you think about it, it’s tough to buy breakfast or lunch for less than $8-$10 in most … if the Grand Opening is a memorable one. When you buy a franchise, marketing assistance is included in the … your franchise agreement is signed, the Real Estate person at franchise headquarters gets to work. She leverages her … -
Why Visiting Franchisees In-Person Is So Important
https://www.sba.gov/blog/why-visiting-franchisees-person-so-important… After all, they’ve already invested their money to buy the franchise you’re interested in. Not only have they purchased the franchise you may want to buy for your local area, they’re operating it. Not to sound … to your area. By close, I mean within driving distance, if at all possible. Next, you’ll need to get in touch with the … -
SBA Administrator McMahon’s Statement on Association Health Plans
https://www.sba.gov/article/2018/jun/20/sba-administrator-mcmahons-statement-association-health-plans -
5 Key Traits of Credit-savvy Business Owners
https://www.sba.gov/blog/5-key-traits-credit-savvy-business-owners… In the world of business, credit plays an integral role at every stage of a company’s existence. It is a part of your … blogger for Dun and Bradstreet Credibility Corp, about.com and business.com. Read more about Marco Carbajo In the world of business, credit plays an integral role at every stage of a company’s existence. It is a part of your … -
PR 15298 and PR 15322 - SBA aprueba más de un billón en préstamos por desastre en Puerto Rico
https://www.sba.gov/article/2018/feb/23/pr-15298-pr-15322-sba-aprueba-mas-de-un-billon-en-prestamos-por-desastre-en-puerto-rico -
National Small Business Week cosponsors hosting training webinars May 2-5
https://www.sba.gov/article/2016/apr/12/national-small-business-week-cosponsors-hosting-training-webinars-may-2-5-0… The webinars are free of charge, but registration space is limited to a first come, first served basis. Monday, May 2, 1 … are, or understand the potential advantages they can offer your business, this is the webinar for you. We’ll break … for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact: … -
Debenture Refinancing Policy Letter
https://www.sba.gov/document/policy-guidance--debenture-refinancing-policy-letter… Maximum Leverage . The leverage approved for a licensee at the time of licensing constitutes the maximum cumulative … cumulative leverage commitments in excess of that approved at licensing on a case-by-case basis, provided that a) the … is consistent with the licensee’s business plan approved at the time of licensing; and c) the evergreen licensee meets … -
Audit Report 13-13: Evaluation of SBA’s Progress in Reducing Improper Payments in FY 2012
https://www.sba.gov/document/report-13-13-audit-report-13-13-evaluation-sbas-progress-reducing-improper-payments-fy-2012… the SBA addressed required provisions, and performed limited testing of compliance with these provisions. The OIG … as specified in OMB guidance. This guidance requires a limited review of controls over Agency reporting. This … -
Report 12-18: A Detailed Repayment Ability Analysis is Needed on High-Dollar Early-Defaulted Loans to Prevent Future Improper Payments
https://www.sba.gov/document/report-12-18-report-12-18-detailed-repayment-ability-analysis-needed-high-dollar-early-defaulted-loans-prevent… Loans to Prevent Future Improper Payments . The limited scope audit found that the assessment of delegated lender underwriting performed at the National Guaranty Purchase Center (NGPC) on … ability could result in a cost savings to the SBA of at least $43 million over the next two years. To prevent … -
White Paper: Risk Awareness and Lessons Learned from Prior Audits of Economic Stimulus Loans
https://www.sba.gov/document/report-20-11-white-paper-risk-awareness-lessons-learned-prior-audits-economic-stimulus-loans… to cover payroll, rent, utility payments, and other limited uses. SBA’s 7(a) loan program is the Agency’s primary … -
READOUT: SBA Administrator Guzman Convenes Roundtable with Black Leaders to Commemorate Anniversary of the Freedman’s Bank Founding and Discuss Black Entrepreneurship
https://www.sba.gov/article/2023/mar/01/readout-sba-administrator-guzman-convenes-roundtable-black-leaders-commemorate-anniversary-freedmans… and advance solutions to close racial inequities that have limited our economy for centuries,” said Administrator … transformation for Black Americans that dates back at least 150 years to the founding of Freedman’s Savings Bank … -
SBA Issues Rule Adjusting Monetary Size Standards for Inflation
https://www.sba.gov/article/2022/11/21/sba-issues-rule-adjusting-monetary-size-standards-inflation -
SBA Implements Law Enhancing Ability to Declare Disasters and Deliver Support to Rural Communities
https://www.sba.gov/article/2023/06/05/sba-implements-law-enhancing-ability-declare-disasters-deliver-support-rural-communities… face more severe impacts from natural disasters due to limited access to resources and infrastructure, which limits … SBA could make an agency declaration based on damage to at least 25 homes, businesses or other eligible institutions, … -
SBA Deadline is Sept. 5 for Maine Private NonProfit Organizations Affected by Physical Damage from Spring Severe Storms and Flooding
https://www.sba.gov/article/2023/08/15/sba-deadline-sept-5-maine-private-nonprofit-organizations-affected-physical-damage-spring-severe… non-critical PNP organizations include, but are not limited to, food kitchens, homeless shelters, museums, … 2.375 % with terms up to 30 years. Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via SBA’s secure website at DisasterLoanAssistance.sba.gov/ela/s and should apply …