Comparative Analysis

Is designed to point out significant trends that occur from year to year by using more than one set of financial statements of comparable dates and time periods. A comparative analysis allows you to arrive at a more complete evaluation of the applicant’s financial position.

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.
Income Statement
Shows the entity’s income and...
Assets
The amount of current assets that is left...
Primary Activity
The major business activity of...
Comparative Analysis
Is designed to point out significant trends that...
Intermediary Organization
Organizations that play a funda...
Joint Venture
In the SBA Mentor-Protégé Program...
Limited Liability Entities (company/partnership)
An LLE provides business owners with...
Best and Final Offer
For negotiated procurements...
Depreciation
A non-cash operating expense that...
Certificate of Competency
A certificate issued by the Small Bus...
Subsidiary
A company for which a majority of the...
Trend Analysis
A comparative analysis of...
P&L (Profit and Loss Statement)
also considered as Income Statement or...
Current Liabilities
A balance sheet item, which...
Working Capital (WC)
The amount of current assets that...

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