Small business borrowers in need of financing should work with their lender to identify alternative sources, experts said.

New Hampshire businesses and nonprofit organizations with financial hardships from the statewide drought still have access to federal loan funds, despite the government shutdown.

The shutdown halts SBA lending, stalling new loans and reviews. Short delays are manageable, but a 30-day freeze could lead to deals falling apart.

The Small Business Administration plans to furlough roughly 23 percent of its workforce as the government shuts down—and more than a dozen core agency services will halt as funding lapses. Out of its ...

Explore the current interest rates for SBA-backed financing—including 7(a), 504 and microloans—and learn how these compare to traditional loan options Staff Personal Finance Editor, Buy Side Valerie ...