Preparing to Speak to a Lender:  TEAM SBA Financing Webinars

Before you apply for a business loan, first attend a free financing roundtable. We will debunk the myths and demystify the process of small business financing. The "team" is a banker, an SBA representative, an SBA business counselor, and business owners like you. You will get first-hand information on what credit criteria a lender is looking for. The team will answer all of your financing questions and give you advice on what steps to take to achieve your goal of starting or expanding a business. We will explain how the SBA loan guarantee can work for you. The roundtables are best suited for those who have good credit, a solid business idea, and some money to invest in the business.

April 18 @ 12:00 PM     REGISTER HERE

April 28 @ 10:30 AM     REGISTER HERE

June 16 @ 11:00 AM     REGISTER HERE

Meet the Lender Live Event

Meet with area banks and credit unions to discuss your business lending needs and find a lender that is a match for your business!  Please be prepared to speak with lenders. This includes bringing copies of your current business plan, cash flow projections and your credit score. If you need assistance with developing the business plan and cash flow projections, please contact the SBA funded Michigan Small Business Development Center to set up an appointment at (269) 387-6004.

Where:  WMed Innovation Center, 4717 Campus Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49008

 When:  April 26 @ 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

REGISTER HERE 

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About the U.S. Small Business Administration
The U.S. Small Business Administration makes the American dream of business ownership a reality. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the Federal Government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.