Our office provides help with SBA services including funding programs, counseling, federal contracting certifications, and disaster recovery. Are there any grants to start a business?No - but the SBA offers Small Business Loans through various financial institutions in and around Bexar County. Before you decide if one of these options is right for you, make sure you know the basics of franchising and buying an existing business. Contact the South Central Texas Regional Certification Agency (SCTRCA) and complete an application. SBA loans can help you finance acquiring an existing business or franchise if you meet the SBA requirements. Fund your business with an SBA-guaranteed loan. Get matched to an SBA-approved lender and find the best loans to start and grow your small business. Use an SBA 7(a) loan to buy a business. SBA Express Loan Program Similar to the PLP program, the lender has unilateral credit approval authority.