SBA lenders have a responsibility to ensure that they maintain the integrity of the SBA loan programs throughout their institutions. 13 CFR §120.140(f) prohibits SBA lenders from engaging “in conduct…

In the wake of the catastrophic devastation caused by hurricanes Harvey and Irma, the SBA has coordinated with FEMA to provide disaster assistance to small businesses in affected areas. Under…

Following an extensive review and consideration of public comments, the SBA stands poised to put into effect regulatory changes to the Eligible Passive Rule (“EPC/OC Rule”). Set to become effective…

So you’ve closed your SBA loan, hopefully in accordance with all SOP requirements, and now you have moved your loan to servicing. It is not uncommon to have borrowers make…

When a Borrower wishes to use funds from a 401(k) plan (the “Plan”) as equity injection on SBA loans, lenders must make sure they are properly documenting the injection and…

The SBA’s credit elsewhere test underpins the 7(a) loan program. Accordingly, failure to comply with the SBA’s credit elsewhere requirements may subject a lender to a denial of the SBA…