The importance of documenting one’s credit elsewhere (“CE”) analysis cannot be overstated. Arguably, no other provision of the Small Business Act has come under closer scrutiny. This is understandable, given…
A Notice of Commencement recorded prior to your mortgage can wreak havoc on your construction loan. In Florida, before any work can begin to improve real property, a Notice of…
Early last month, Florida's Governor signed into law Chapter 2019-71 creating a new section in Chapter 117 of the Florida Statutes entitled "Online Notarizations." The new law authorizes and provides…
As part of its overall goal of increased oversight and enhanced performance of its portfolio, the SBA has tweaked its flagship 7(a) lending program. In an effort to encourage borrowers…
A large number of business owners who seek financing under the SBA 7(a) Loan Program operate from leased locations, be it stand-alone buildings, shopping centers or commercial office parks. In…
In an effort promote stronger businesses and agricultural economies in rural America, the Administration recently introduced a series of new initiatives. In April, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and…