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.

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, ...

The SBA delivered over $44 billion in loans nationwide in FY2025, with $1.2 billion in the Seattle District. Rural lending rose 20%, and manufacturers gained new access to capital under the Made in ...

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

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 ...

A locally produced webinar will focus Wednesday on the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 504 Loan Program. Vice President Lisa Carbajal at Cen Cal Business Finance Group will go over recent updates ...

The largest SBA 504 loan recipients in Kansas City received or were approved for loans through the Small Business Administration's 504 program from third quarter 2024 through second quarter 2025. The ...

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

The largest SBA 504 loan recipients in Hawaii received or were approved for loans through the Small Business Administration's 504 program from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2024. PBN's rankings included loan ...

PPP loans are fully forgivable if requirements are met. EIDL loans advance up to $15,000 don't require repayment. Other SBA loans must be repaid in full.