DEVELOP YOUR BUSINESS IDEA
LAUNCH YOUR BUSINESS
GROW YOUR BUSINESS
1. GET BUSINESS COACHING
Whether you need business advice, resources, or support creating a plan, we strongly encourage you to talk to MAF’s Business Coach before enrolling in the program.
2. APPLY FOR A MICROLOAN
Fill out a simple online application for MAF’s Business Microloan. Complete all program requirements, including free online financial education courses.
3. BOOST BUSINESS
Get your microloan approved and deposited directly into your bank account. Use the funds for any business expenses and make monthly payments on time to build your credit!
Are you ready to join?
Answer the following questions to see if you qualify for the program.
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You must be 18 or older in order to formalize a loan with MAF. If you are under 18 and want to benefit from this program, your parent or legal guardian could consider taking out the loan for your benefit instead.
I am 18 years or older
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This program is only available for California residents.
I live in California
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For convenience and safety, we use electronic payments to send and receive money from your checking account. We ask you for proof of a checking account, like a bank statement or a voided check, to set up the automatic payments.
I have a checking account in my name
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We need to verify your identity to issue a loan to you. We accept federal, local and foreign-issued IDs as long as they are current - and not expired.
I have a current driver's license, state ID, or other government-issued photo ID
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We request your social security number (SSN) or your Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) to verify your identity.
I have a Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN)
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As a nonprofit committed to your success, we want to ensure that this loan is right for you. We verify your income by reviewing your pay stubs or bank statements to ensure that you are able to make monthly payments. If you do not earn an income yourself, we can rely on income from a member of your household.
I, or someone in my household, earns an income
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We ask about your debt to get a better picture of your financial life. If it is already a stretch for you to meet your monthly debt obligations, our program may not be the best fit for you.
My monthly debt payments are less than half of my household's monthly income
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Unfortunately, It appears you may not qualify due to the following responses:
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