Business Resources
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Local Businesses Need More Than Resources; They Need Community Backing.
MI Small Business Helper, a free online platform, has facilitated over 734,000 interactions for more than 25,000 users seeking entrepreneurial resources since August 2025.

How Local Government Economic Development Impacts Small Businesses
Despite billions allocated to programs like the New Markets Tax Credit, some studies find no evidence of their impact on local business activity, raising questions about where public funds truly make

SBA's Sweeping Reorganization Sparks New Scrutiny for Small Businesses
In 2025, the Small Business Administration (SBA) admitted only sixty-five companies to its 8(a) program, a stark reduction signaling a fundamental shift in who qualifies for federal support for small

Strategic marketing budget shifts for small business growth
Budgeting for the status quo will result in the status quo, a trap many small businesses unknowingly fall into, according to Accountingmarketing .

SBA Doubles Loan Limit to $10 Million for Capital-Intensive Borrowers
Starting July 4th, 2026, certain capital-intensive small businesses can access up to $10 million in combined SBA-guaranteed loans, a doubling of previous limits, according to Forbes .