WASHINGTON---The U.S. Small Business Administration today extended to its Region VII an initiative aimed at fostering economic development in America’s rural areas by making it easier for smaller community banks and credit unions to use SBA loan products to finance small businesses.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the nation celebrates National Military Spouse Day, the U.S. Small Business Administration reminds military families that the Patriot Express loan initiative is up and running and available to help them start or build a small business.

WASHINGTON – Entrepreneurs considering franchising can now access a new online course from the U.S. Small Business Administration and FranNet to help them navigate the competitive franchise industry.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Small Business Administration today recognized the performance, commitment and support to small business of the top SBA lenders in the nation. Six banks and two small business finance corporations were honored for their outstanding achievements in helping small business with their financing needs.