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Navigating capital and SBA loan programs

Demystify the lending process. Discover what banks look for and how SBA loan guarantees (7(a), 504, and Microloans) can help you secure funding.

Demystifying how small business lending actually works and preparing businesses to be "credit-ready." Join us as we cover:

  • The funding reality
  • Clarifying the biggest misconception
  • What banks look for
  • SBA loan overview

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Navigating capital and SBA loan programs

Date

August 18, 2026

Time

10:00 am - 10:30 am

Location

Online

Presented by

Small Business Administration (SBA)

Cost

no-cost

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