BISMARCK - The Small Business Administration didn't like what it was seeing in North Dakota and other rural states: Fewer and fewer small banks using SBA loan guarantees to help local businesses start ...

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 ...

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 ...

Rejecting an SBA loan often means losing a small business client entirely. These clients often require other services. These include checking accounts, payroll services, and credit cards, and they ...

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. For small business owners, credit access can be a critical ...

Learn what happens when you can't pay back your small business loan from the SBA.

A positive development for franchise systems seeking to streamline the SBA loan approval process for their franchisees is coming this summer. The new version of the SBA Loan Origination Policies and ...

SBA loans vs. business lines of credit: Which is best for small businesses? All businesses need funds to operate, but sometimes small businesses may need a financial boost to jump-start growth or get ...

iBusiness Funding offers low-cost business loans, including those backed by the SBA and USDA, but new businesses might find it difficult to qualify ...

Possibly, but you’ll need approval from your lender and the SBA. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate us when you take certain actions ...

The entrepreneurial spirit is undeniable in Northwest Arkansas. Local businesses fuel our growth, provide services, create ...