Partnership

A type of unincorporated business organization in which multiple individuals, called general partners, manage the business and are equally liable for its debts; other individuals called limited partners may invest but not be directly involved in management and are liable only to the extent of their investments.

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.
Physical Loans
Funds to repair/replace dis...
Operating Leases
are deducted on the company’s...
Small Disadvantaged Business Concern
A small business concern that...
Prime Contract
A contract awarded directly...
Companion File
When an applicant has another application filed...
Balance Sheet or Statement of Financial Position
Assets = Liabilities + Equity...
Credit Elsewhere Test (CET)
The test to determine the...
Guarantor
The legal entity and...
Primary Activity
The major business activity of...
Principal
the owner(s) of the Applicant Entity that...
Certificate of Competency
A certificate issued by the Small Bus...
Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code
A code representing a category within...
Subcontract
A contract between a prime cont...
GPM%
The measure of every sales dollar left...
Negotiation
Contracting through the use of...

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