A franchise location, while tied to a national or regional brand, is still a small business. It is up to the franchisee to find the necessary capital to open and operate. When it comes to financing ...

Explore the current interest rates for SBA-backed financing—including 7(a), 504 and microloans—and learn how these compare to ...

The SBA will highlight programs and initiatives on a new tour. The Small Business Administration has made news in recent days for announcing the closure of field offices, cutting workers and rolling ...

The agency delivered nearly 5,000 small business loans through its 7(a) and 504 programs to industry borrowers in fiscal year ...

Leasing commercial space can appear to be the cheaper and simpler option for business owners. However, once you identify your optimal location and operations are standardized and primed for growth, ...

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 ...

CARLISLE – Cumberland Area Economic Development Corporation (CAEDC) announced Thursday a regional partnership with EDC Finance Corporation. The alliance will allow businesses in Cumberland County ...

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 ...

Need a small business loan with low interest rates? Learn about the government loans available to entrepreneurs.

It’s a known fact that Big Sky Economic Development is the economic development agency primarily associated with Yellowstone County. However, many may not know that some of our services are also used ...