Affiliated Group

When two or more distinct legal entities are affiliated.

Updated on
September 9, 2022
Published on
June 20, 2018
The 7(a) Loan Program, SBA’s most common loan program, includes assistance for each business with unique needs.
SBA 504 loans are very popular for long-term, fixed rate financing of up to $5 million for major fixed assets.
The average Microloan is about $13,000. The Microloans program provides loans up to $50,000 to small businesses.
SBA Glossary

Common SBA Terms

Everything you need to know about common terms used to discuss SBA Loans.
Principal
the owner(s) of the Applicant Entity that...
Certified 8(a) Firm
A firm owned and operated by socially and...
Balance Sheet or Statement of Financial Position
Assets = Liabilities + Equity...
Primary Activity
The major business activity of...
Prime Contract
A contract awarded directly...
Phase 2
Process to be used to determine economic injury for...
Days Payable
A measure of the average time a...
Guarantor
The legal entity and...
Mentor
A business, usually large, or...
Fair and Reasonable Price
A price that is fair to both parties...
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
The body of regulations which is...
Negotiation
Contracting through the use of...
Substantial Damage
This means uninsured or otherwise uncompensated...
Protégé
A firm in a developmental stage that...
Applicant/Co-Applicant
Business entity and person requesting...

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