Sometimes, a state representative is available to answer a few questions. Generally, the workshops last four hours and are held monthly, or quarterly depending on community demand. The Main Library in Fremont has a library devoted to business. They also provide credit, man-agement, and technical assistance. They also guarantee other loans, but usually these loans are for existing businesses rather than start-ups.
Many offices also have satellite offices in nearby cities.
Counseling sessions are held at the Mountain View Chamber of Commerce. These workshops sometimes have a small fee. The local chapter workshops are held in San Jose. The SBA helps small businesses by guaranteeing bank loans, helping businesses get government procurement contracts, and publishing booklets. The SBA also co-sponsors management training programs with private firms.