SBA loans: Page 5
Loans, Contracts and Jobs: How Federal Spending Cuts Could Affect You
If Congress can't come to a deal over how to reduce the budget, numerous small businesses could be affected.
5 Funding Sources to Grow Your Business (Infographic)
A look at the pros and cons of securing capital from crowdfunding, angel investors, venture capitalists, the SBA and community banks.
Closing the African-American Startup Gap (Opinion)
Targeted minority-lending programs have had only limited success in encouraging new-business creation among minorities. Could crowd-funding help close the startup gap?
Getting the Big Banks Back into Small-Business Lending
The SBA is partnering with the largest U.S. lenders to raise the amount of money loaned to small businesses, particularly in small loans and underserved communities.
SBA Seeks to Boost Small-Dollar Loans With New Push
The SBA is looking to increase the number of smaller loans in underserved communities with a new push.
Gaps Persist Amid Small-Business Lending Comeback
In 2011, SBA lending hit a record level. SBA Administrator Karen G. Mills explains why.
Top Sources of Small-Business Financing in 2012
The lending market for small businesses cratered during the recession and has been on a jagged path of recovery. To help fill the void, entrepreneurs are finding alternative financing sources.
Tips for Finding a Franchise Loan
SBA franchise loans are on the rise, but you still need seed money and a carefully honed business plan. The SBA's Steve Smits provides advice.
Five Resources for Turning Vets into Entrepreneurs
For the men and women of the U.S. military, starting a business in this economy can be tricky. Here are the government programs that aim to help veterans strike out on their own.
How Community Banks Are Wooing Small-Business Customers
The money is coming back in business borrowing-- so why don't businesses want it? Here's a look at what some innovative community banks are doing to try to be your lender.
How to Find the Best Local Lender for Your Business
Interested in working with a community bank? Here are a few tips for finding the right one.
The State of the SBA
SBA chief Karen Mills on how the agency evolved through the economic crisis.
How to Approach Lenders Now
Borrowers should be prepared to talk about how they steered through the downturn.
Getting Started With a Loan From the Small Business Administration
The SBA's got your back. With an SBA-guaranteed loan, they'll guarantee as much as 80 percent of the principle.
Taking Advantage of Government Venture Capital
The SBA doesn't just guarantee loans. It backs venture capital funds, too.