Resources
SBA Loan Resource Center
Practical, plain-language guides for business owners and acquisition buyers preparing for financing.
SBA Programs
SBA 7(a) vs. SBA 504 Financing: How to Choose
A practical comparison of the SBA 7(a) and 504 loan programs — uses, structure, and which projects each one tends to fit.
6 min readRead guidePreparation
How to Prepare for an SBA Loan
The documents, information, and preparation that help SBA loan requests move more smoothly through lender review.
7 min readRead guideAcquisitions
Financing the Purchase of an Existing Business
How lenders evaluate business acquisitions, what buyers should prepare, and how SBA 7(a) financing is commonly used to buy a business.
7 min readRead guideSBA Programs
Understanding SBA Equity Injection Requirements
What equity injection is, when SBA rules require it, what sources generally qualify, and how seller notes are treated.
5 min readRead guidePreparation
Common Reasons Business Loan Packages Are Delayed
The documentation gaps and inconsistencies that most often slow business loan reviews — and how to avoid them.
5 min readRead guideReal Estate
Financing Owner-Occupied Commercial Real Estate
How SBA 7(a), SBA 504, and conventional loans are used to finance real estate that your business occupies.
6 min readRead guideGuides are educational and general in nature, not legal, tax, or financial advice. SBA rules change; confirm current requirements with your lender.
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