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Virginia SBDC

SBA Loan Programs: Up to $5 million Available for Small Businesses

Sep
9
2026
Wed, Sep 9 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Online
Facilitated by Capital Pathways
Topic: Financing

SBA loans can help small businesses access financing for a wide range of needs, including working capital, inventory and equipment purchases, refinancing business debt, buying a business, and purchasing or constructing owner-occupied commercial real estate.

During this webinar, you’ll learn about three key SBA loan programs—7(a), 504, and Microloans—and get practical guidance to help you prepare for the lending process.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Prepare your business before approaching a lender
  • Understand what to expect during the SBA loan application process
  • Identify the SBA loan program that may fit your business needs
  • Find lenders that offer SBA-backed financing

Who should attend

This webinar is designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs who are exploring financing options for working capital, equipment, inventory, business acquisition, debt refinancing, or owner-occupied commercial real estate.

What you’ll walk away with

You’ll gain a clearer understanding of the major SBA loan programs, what to consider before applying, and how to approach the lender search with greater confidence.

Presenter:

A specialist from the Washington Metropolitan Area District Office (WMADO), U.S. Small Business Administration

This event is part of Capital Pathways, a no-cost program from the Virginia SBDC that helps small businesses get the funding they need to grow. The program is designed for very small (fewer than 10 employees), emerging, and growth-ready businesses that face challenges accessing traditional financing. It offers hands-on group learning, guided implementation, and extended one-on-one support focused on strengthening your finances, loan applications, and legal setup.

Register now to save your spot!

A confirmation email with the Zoom login information will be sent after registration - a day before before the event - please be on the lookout for it.


Funding Disclosure

The Virginia SBDC Network is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, Commonwealth of Virginia, George Mason University, and local host institutions. Full disclosures regarding federal funding are available at virginiasbdc.org/funding-sources. The Virginia SBDC is nationally accredited by America’s SBDC.


Fee: No Cost

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U.S. Small Business Administration, George Mason University, and America's SBDC

All programs of the Virginia SBDC are open to the public on a non-discriminatory basis to all legal residents and citizens of the United States.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.
Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Full disclosures regarding federal funding are available at https://www.virginiasbdc.org/funding-sources/.

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