Financing Options for your Business: A Lender Panel Discussion

The “Let's Talk Business Series” is a 12-part program that connects entrepreneurs with federal, state, and local small business resources. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or looking to grow your business, this series covers essential business topics, offers a forum for networking, and promotes success in today’s dynamic business environment.

Session 12 – Financing Options for your Business: A Lender Panel Discussion

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recognizes that supporting entrepreneurship is a team effort! “Financing Options for your Business: A Lender Panel Discussion” is the final installment in a 12-part series developed specifically with the local entrepreneur in mind. The series covers a range of topics and connects participants with experts from federal, state, and local business resources.

Money is the lifeline of any business, and securing financing is a major factor. Many entrepreneurs find the task daunting and don’t even know where to begin. This session will feature a panel of participating SBA lenders and microlenders who will be on hand to answer questions and provide information on how to apply and the requirements for a business loan.

Discover and Learn:

• Basic requirements and eligibility
• The difference between a conventional loan and an SBA-guaranteed loan
• The five C’s of credit
• Criteria used to evaluate loan proposals

For more info, contact Veronica Z. Ortega, at 956-427-8535 or veronica.ortega@sba.gov