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What does SBDC do?

Answered 4 years ago

A better question what doesn’t SBDC do. We do not provide legal advice or support NPOs, but everything in between to help support our small businesses to start, grow, and thrive.

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  • I want to start a non-profit organization. Can the SBDC help me?
  • Can you provide legal / financial advice?
  • Can all small businesses receive one-on-one SBDC advising?
  • Can I trust your team of Advisors? Are they really experts?
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  • Are your services free?
  • What is SBDC?
  • Is this service really free with no hidden strings attached?
  • What does SBDC do?
  • Is the SBDC a government agency?
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    Get Funded

    SBDC’s Finance Center is where small businesses go to get big money.

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    • About SBDC
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