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Top Three Tips for Small Businesses Applying for an SBA 504 Loan
The SBA 504 loan program is the premier economic development initiative administered by the Small...
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Warehousing & Logistics: Expand Your Reach With the SBA 504
The warehouse and logistics industry is responsible for the movement, storage, and flow of goods....
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Daily Herald: Think Big about the SBA 504 Loan
When most people envision small businesses, they typically imagine mom-and-pop shops. But did you know...
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Earth Day: Go Green with an SBA 504 Loan
According to the U.S. Green Building Council, "high-performing green buildings, particularly LEED-certified buildings, provide the...
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Financing for Child Care Services: Three Reasons to Use the SBA 504 Program
Prior to the pandemic, the child care services industry in the U.S. generated around $54.5...
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Growing Generational Wealth for Family-Owned Businesses: Three Reasons to Use the SBA 504 Program
A strong, well-managed, financially sound small business can be the foundation of generational wealth for...
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Maximization for Manufacturers: Three Reasons to Use the SBA 504 Program
According to the Illinois Manufacturers Association, Illinois is the fourth largest manufacturing state in the...
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Financing for Professional Services: Three Reasons to Use the SBA 504 Program
Financing for Professional Services: Three Reasons to Use the SBA 504 Loan Program The SBA...