SBDC – Florida Emergency Bridge Loan – COVID-19

Here’s what you need to know…

Short-term, interest-free working capital intended to “bridge the gap” between the time a disaster hits and when a business secures longer-term recovery assistance.

  • Eligible Florida Counties: All 67 counties in Florida.
  • For-profit, privately held small business in Florida
  • Deadline to Apply: May 8, 2020
  • Apply Online: http://www.floridadisasterloan.org/
  • Maximum Amount: $50,000, interest free
  • Term: maximum of 1 year
  • 12.5% interest rate if not repaid or taken out in one year
  • Must have 2- 100 employees

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