From Capitol Hill to the courts to now the executive branch, the 47-year old contracting program is facing new questions ...

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is moving full steam ahead with its promised 8(a) Program Audit. The 8(a) Program is designed to help ...

On December 5, 2025, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued formal data and document requests (linked here) to certified 8(a) ...

WASHINGTON — On Thursday, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that it has exhausted funds for its disaster loan program after warnings that funding would soon run out following a ...

Recent SBA loan changes usher in a return to stricter underwriting and a more rigorous application process. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

The Small Business Administration is giving all companies in its 8(a) business development program four weeks to submit ...

The government’s 504 program for loans up to $5.5 million has always had a reputation for restrictions and red tape. Things have gotten easier for businesses worth less than $20 million. With interest ...

SBA loans are backed by the Small Business Administration, which guarantees up to 85% of loan amounts, reducing risk for lenders. There are three main SBA loan types: 7(a), 504 and microloans. Basic ...

The agency's push to cut red tape for small-business owners appears to be paying off. The Small Business Administration’s lending programs reached more small businesses over the past 12 months than at ...

OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — The United States Small Business Administration has extended the deadline with a 60-day grace period to continue helping and educating those impacted by the June 14 flooding. The ...

The Fast Company Executive Board is a private, fee-based network of influential leaders, experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who share their insights with our audience. BY Stephen Nalley As a small ...