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What Is an SBA Microloan?

SBA Microloans provide smaller loans, generally up to $50,000, through nonprofit intermediary lenders.

What Is an SBA Microloan?

An SBA Microloan is a smaller loan made through nonprofit intermediary lenders for eligible small business needs.

Microloans are often used for working capital, inventory, supplies, furniture, fixtures, machinery, or equipment.

  • Maximum amount is generally up to $50,000.
  • Intermediary lenders make and service the loans.
  • Working capital may qualify.
  • Inventory and supplies may be financed.
  • Equipment and fixtures may qualify.

Microloans can be useful for smaller businesses that do not need a large SBA 7(a) or 504 loan.

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What Is an SBA 7(a) Loan?

SBA 7(a) loans are flexible business loans that may be used for working capital, acquisitions, equipment, refinancing, and real estate.

What Is an SBA 504 Loan?

SBA 504 loans are designed for owner-occupied real estate and major fixed asset financing with long-term repayment.

What Is an SBA Express Loan?

SBA Express loans offer smaller loan amounts, often up to $500,000, with a streamlined process and potentially faster decisions.

What Are SBA CAPLines?

SBA CAPLines are SBA-backed working capital lines designed for eligible short-term, seasonal, contract, or builder needs.

What Is an SBA EIDL Loan?

EIDL loans are disaster-related working capital loans designed to help businesses recover from economic injury.

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