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Business (Start-Up) - Entrepreneurship Resource Guide: Financing/Loans

Database, print, and Internet resources for starting your (small) business

Locating Sources for Loans and Financing? Web Resources

  • Empire State Development - Small Business Loan Resources
  • With so many small business lending options available, it can be hard to know which loan product makes the most sense for your small business.  The following information will help you understand your options for getting a small business loan, make informed decisions, and find responsible lenders.
  • National Association of Small Business Investment Companies
    Since 1958, the Small Business Investment Company has provided over $57.2 billion in financing to over 107,000 companies. The step-by-step guide contains information on the procedures to obtaining SBIC financing.
  • The Metro New York District Office services 14 counties in New York City, Long Island, and the surrounding area. Our office provides help with SBA services including funding programs, counseling and federal contracting certifications. We can also connect you to our partner organizations.
  • Small Business Loans and Grants
    This site contains sources for obtaining small business loans, government grants, seed and venture capital for hi-tech starts ups and tax-exempt bonds for non-profits and small manufacturers.
  • SBA - Financing Your Business
    Information on government loans, estimating expenses, sources of income, and other financial information.

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