Learn Marketing Basics
These resources provide general info on marketing a small business.
Tools for Online Success
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) assists small business owners with starting and expanding their businesses by helping them get loans through private banks and financial institutions. SBA offers a number of low-interest loan programs for business owners who may be having difficulty getting traditional bank loans.
To apply for an SBA
The following forms and documents are required when applying for a loan that is guaranteed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
SBA does not provide direct loans. You will need to contact your local bank or lending institution to obtain an SBA loan. Your lender will submit your loan package to SBA.
A well-written business plan is essential to starting and running a business. Business plans are required when applying for business loans or seeking investors. A good business plan describes in detail a business' mission and goals, and how these goals will be achieved. The following resources will help you develop a sound business plan.