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 ...

SomerCor, a nonprofit U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Certified Development Company (CDC) and leading provider of SBA 504 financing, launched a Down Payment Assistance Program (DPAP) to help ...

The largest SBA loan recipients in the Austin area received or were approved for loans through the Small Business Administration's 7(a) or 504 programs from Oct. 1 to Dec. 31, 2024. The Austin ...

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 largest SBA loan recipients in New Mexico received or were approved for loans through the Small Business Administration's 7(a) or 504 programs in Q4 of 2025. The Albuquerque Business First ...

CHICAGO, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SomerCor, a non-profit, Certified Development Company (CDC) licensed by the Small Business Administration (SBA), proudly announces its selection as the CDC of ...

The SBA 504 program significantly reduces that initial investment, preserving crucial funds for business operations and continued growth." The session will cover the specific eligibility requirements ...

The Small Business Administration (SBA) has long been recognized as a catalyst for economic development in communities, thanks to the important resources it offers — including its lending plans like ...

The largest SBA loan recipients in Wichita received or were approved for loans through the Small Business Administration's ...

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

PHOENIX, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- When Cameron Chandler mowed lawns in high school, it was to support his participation in team sports – and not because he envisioned founding one of Phoenix, ...