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.
Market research and competitive analysis
Write your business plan
Calculate your startup costs
Establish business credit
Fund your business
Buy an existing business or franchise
Pick your business location
Choose a business structure
Choose your business name
Register your business
Get federal and state tax ID numbers
Apply for licenses and permits
Open a business bank account
Get business insurance
Manage your finances
Hire and manage employees
Pay taxes
Stay legally compliant
Buy assets and equipment
Marketing and sales
AI for small business
Strengthen your cybersecurity
Prepare for emergencies
Recover from disasters
Close or sell your business
Hire employees with disabilities
Get more funding
Expand to new locations
Merge and acquire businesses
Become a federal contractor
Export products
Women-owned businesses
Native American-owned businesses
Veteran-owned businesses
Military spouse businesses
Rural businesses
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.