SBA proposal would open major program to business owners harmed by DEI initiatives

The agency said it wants to end what it calls a system of "racial favoritism" with a new role that includes several changes ...
Federal News Network

SBA kicks off new audit of economically disadvantaged contractors

SBA sent an email to economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses seeking their personal and business tax returns for the last three years.
The Business Journals

Billions for small businesses are back in play as popular SBA programs return

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. Preview this article 1 min Two popular SBA programs ...
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SBA revokes contracting authority to small-business program. Here's what it means.

The Small Business Administration has rescinded part of the contracting authority of the U.S. Agency for International Development, taking the step just a day after putting federal contracting ...
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Innovation on ice: How DOGE derailed an SBA tech program

Regional Innovation Clusters enjoyed bipartisan support for 15 years. Then Elon Musk’s group canceled awards and left backers ...
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SBA loans: What they are and how to get one

The Small Business Administration (SBA) backs various loans to reduce lender risk and improve capital access. Its most-used programs include 7(a) loans, 504 loans and microloans. Approved lenders, ...
Daily Herald

Financing for Franchises with the SBA 504 Program

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 ...
JD Supra

Changes to Small Business Programs Create Challenges and Opportunities

From the FAR Overhaul to agency reorganizations, the landscape for large and small government contractors is undergoing significant change. The recently-concluded government shutdown dominated the ...
MarketWatch

SBA Issues Clarifying Guidance That Race-Based Discrimination is Not Tolerated in the 8(a) Program

WASHINGTON, Jan. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued formal guidance to SBA program officials reiterating, in alignment with policy changes ...

fundivi Launches Fully Upgraded Small Business Funding Platform Featuring Same Day Funding, Merchant Portal, Affiliate and Referral Programs

BROOKLYN, June 9, 2026 — fundivi, a BBB accredited direct lender providing small business capital solutions to businesses in ...
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SBA loans vs. business lines of credit: Which is best for small businesses?

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 ...
Inc

Trump’s Budget Axes 15 SBA Programs as Small Business Week Is Underway

There is something to be said for the fact that one of the marquee events for Small Business Week may go without its co-host, should President Trump’s current fiscal 2026 budget proposal be approved.