Break-even Analysis

A calculation of the approximate sales volume required to just cover costs, below which production would be unprofitable and above which it would be profitable. Break-even analysis focuses on the relationship between fixed cost, variable cost and profit.

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.
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Common SBA Terms

Everything you need to know about common terms used to discuss SBA Loans.
Current Liabilities
A balance sheet item, which...
Joint Venture
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Small Business
A business smaller than...
Partnership
A type of unincorporated business org...
Request for Proposal (RFP)
A document outlining a...
Injury Analysis
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Lien
A legal claim against an...
Break-even Analysis
A calculation of the approximate sales...
Physical Loans
Funds to repair/replace dis...
Capital Leases
are for the purchase of fixed assets such as...
Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code
A code representing a category within...
Operating Leases
are deducted on the company’s...
Affiliate
Business concerns are affiliates if one concern...
Affiliates
Business concerns, organizations, or...
Contract
A mutually binding legal rel..

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