Informational Resources SBA OnLine SBA OnLine is an electronic bulletin board that provides concise and current information about programs and services that can assist in starting and running a business. It also includes many SBA publications. The U.S. Business Advisor exists to provide business with one-stop access to federal government information, services, and transactions. Its goal is to make the relationship between business and government more productive. The Answer Desk, established in 1983, is a nationwide, toll-free information center that helps callers with questions and problems about starting and running businesses.
Service is provided through a computerized telephone message system augmented by staff counselors.