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Strengthening rural communities through small entrepreneurship–locally owned and operated small businesses–and home ownership.

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The most effective development strategy for rural communities is small entrepreneurship–locally owned and operated small businesses–and home ownership. 

We are committed to strengthening rural communities through small, self-employed business development and home ownership. You can find your nearest loan specialist here.

Call on us when you are thinking of starting a small business or if you already operate a small business in Nebraska. We offer four essential services: financing (microloans), business training, technical assistance, and networking. Through our staff, you can create a business plan, research potential markets and marketing ideas, discuss management issues with experienced business specialists, and apply for a small business loan.

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Small Business Loan Products
Are you starting or expanding a small business in Nebraska? Do you need just a little bit more working capital? Have you tried, but have been unsuccessful in getting a traditional bank loan? Our small business loans may be your answer. To serve a more diverse set of clients, our underwriting process...
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Home ownership loans
Make your dream of owning a home come true with the Center for Rural Affairs. We work with rural Nebraskans to assist them on the journey to becoming a homeowner. The Center believes in building sustainable communities and that everyone living in rural America should have the opportunity to live a happy and fulfilling life. We help Nebraskans own stable, safe, and quality housing.
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Small Business Training
Our Women's Business Center hosts various workshops and networking opportunities focused on emergency preparedness, marketing, business plans, social media, specific industries, and more. If you represent a community group - such as a chamber of commerce, economic development agency, library, etc. -...
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Small Business Policy
Small businesses are the backbone of rural communities. We work for federal rural policy recognizes the importance of entrepreneurship as a rural development strategy and provide the resources necessary for rural communities to leverage the spirit, creativity and opportunities entrepreneurship...