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Small Business Administration
I may be able to assist individuals who are interested in starting or expanding a Wisconsin-based business by providing information on available financing, counseling, and training programs.

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Congressman Paul Ryan
20 South Main Street, Suite 10
Janesville, WI 53545
Fax: (608) 752-4711

Frequently Asked Questions

	Is there helpful information for starting a business? Answer
	Are there special programs for small, disadvantaged businesses? Answer
	What SBA funding programs are available? Answer
	Are there federal grants to start or expand a business? Answer
	Are there SBA offices in Wisconsin that can assist me? Answer
	Are there counseling and training programs available? Answer
	What are the criteria and eligibility factors involved with SBA loans? Answer

	Is there helpful information for starting a business?
	The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has web sites that includes information about starting a business, and other important business start-up questions. http://www.sba.gov/starting_business/ Wisconsin start-up guide top
	Are there special programs for small, disadvantaged businesses?
	The SBA administers two business assistance programs for small disadvantaged businesses. 8(a) Business Development Program Small Disadvantaged Business Certification Program top
	What SBA funding programs are available?
	The SBA offers a variety of financing options for small businesses. The SBA's assistance usually is in the form of loan guaranties - the SBA guarantees loans made by banks and other private lenders to small business clients. SBA loan programs Wisconsin financing programs FAQ on SBA loan programs top
	Are there federal grants to start or expand a business?
	The SBA does not offer grants to start or expand small businesses, although it does offer a wide variety of loan programs. While SBA does offer some grant programs, these are generally designed to expand and enhance organizations that provide small business management, technical, or financial assistance. These grants generally support non-profit organizations, intermediary lending institutions, and state and local governments. top
	Are there SBA offices in Wisconsin that can assist me?
	Yes, the SBA has offices in Milwaukee and Madison. You can set up an appointment to meet with an SBA employee to discuss items such as business financing, loan programs, government contracting, etc. Please visit the following link for address and contact information: http://www.sba.gov/wi/ top
	Are there counseling and training programs available?
	The SBA offers free online training for Lenders and Small Businesses. In addition, there are SBA sponsored organizations that provide counseling and training programs. For more information, please visit: http://www.sba.gov/localresources/district/wi/counselingt/index.html top
	What are the criteria and eligibility factors involved with SBA loans?
	The Wisconsin SBA Office’s web site has information on application procedures, credit factors, collateral, repayment, and more. For more information, please visit: http://www.sba.gov/services/financialassistance/eligibility/index.html. top

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