U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Resources
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a wide range of tools and support to help small business owners start, grow, and succeed. Whether you're launching a new venture or expanding an existing one, the SBA provides expert guidance, funding programs, and practical resources to support your journey.
Click the buttons below for key SBA topics and guidance.
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Market research and competitive analysis
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Write your business plan
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Calculate your startup costs
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Establish business credit
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Fund your business
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Buy an existing business or franchise
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Pick your business location
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Choose a business structure
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Choose your business name
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Register your business
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Get federal and state tax ID numbers
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Apply for licenses and permits
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Open a business bank account
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Get business insurance
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Manage your finances
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Hire and manage employees
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Pay taxes
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Stay legally compliant
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Buy assets and equipment
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Marketing and sales
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AI for small business
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Strengthen your cybersecurity
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Prepare for emergencies
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Recover from disasters
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Close or sell your business
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Hire employees with disabilities
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Get more funding
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Expand to new locations
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Merge and acquire businesses
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Become a federal contractor
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Export products
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Women-owned businesses
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Native American-owned businesses
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Veteran-owned businesses
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Military spouse businesses
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Rural businesses
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Minority-owned businesses
Content on this page is adapted from the U.S. Small Business Administration to provide simplified guidance for our local business community. For full details, official resources, and the complete SBA Business Guide, please visit www.sba.gov.