Published:  January 27th, 2008 08:03 EST
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Patriot Express Pilot Loan Initiative for Veterans
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Overview The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced the SBA`s Patriot Express Pilot Loan Initiative for veterans and members of the military community wanting to establish or expand small businesses. Eligible military community members include: -
Veterans -
Service-disabled veterans -
Active-duty service members eligible for the military`s Transition Assistance Program -
Reservists and National Guard members -
Current spouses of any of the above -
The widowed spouse of a service member or veteran who died during service or of a service-connected disability -
The SBA and its resource partners are focusing additional efforts on counseling and training to augment this loan initiative. Start with a Self Assessment
You`ve got an idea for a business. Now it`s time to evaluate if your dream of starting a business can be a reality. The Checklist for Starting a Business is a comprehensive tool designed to prepare you for self employment by analyzing your responses in key areas and providing a menu of supporting resources. To learn more about the Patriot Express Initiative:
Patriot Express Loan Initiative Resources to Help You Start, Grow and Succeed Assisting Small Business Owners Press Kit Lender List and PE Forms
Video: Administrator Preston Announces New Pilot Initiative Part1 Part2
Patriot Express PSA Source: www.sba.gov
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