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.
Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
SBDCs offer a broad spec...
Equity
An accounting term used to...
Prime Contract
A contract awarded directly...
Defense Contractor
Any person who enters into...
Substantial Damage
This means uninsured or otherwise uncompensated...
Certificate of Competency
A certificate issued by the Small Bus...
Contracting Officer
A person with the authority to...
Accrual Basis Accounting
recognizes revenues when earned and expenses are...
Limited Liability Entities (company/partnership)
An LLE provides business owners with...
Operating Leases
are deducted on the company’s...
Break-even Analysis
A calculation of the approximate sales...
Liabilities
A financial obligation...
Amortization
A non-cash operating expense that...
Cash Flow Test
Part of the CET that determines if...
Trend Analysis
A comparative analysis of...

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