I reached out for guidance with filing for tax exemption. I was given the wrong forms to submit. Finally after some time and no response from the state tax dept, I called a local CPA only to find out that the forms and instructions were totally wrong. I've had to reapply and now have to wait another 10 days.
Don't get me wrong, I think SBA folks want to help, but take their advice with a grain of salt and proceed with caution.