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.
SBA Glossary

Common SBA Terms

Everything you need to know about common terms used to discuss SBA Loans.
Sole Proprietor
an individual who...
Primary Activity
The major business activity of...
Phase 2
Process to be used to determine economic injury for...
Applicant Individual
aka who is requesting an SBA loan...
Schedule of Liabilities
A business debt schedule that lists all of the debts...
Subsidiary
A company for which a majority of the...
Injury Period
The time period during...
Mentor
A business, usually large, or...
Adjusted Net Worth
Post disaster fair market value of tangible...
Credit Elsewhere Test (CET)
The test to determine the...
Balance Sheet or Statement of Financial Position
Assets = Liabilities + Equity...
Full and Open Competition
With respect to a contract action...
Affiliated Group
When two or more...
Negotiation
Contracting through the use of...
Contracting Officer
A person with the authority to...

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