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A firm in a developmental stage that aspires to increasing its capabilities through a mutually beneficial business-to-business relationship.

Updated on
September 9, 2022
Published on
June 20, 2018
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SBA 7a Loans

The 7(a) Loan Program, SBA’s most common loan program, includes assistance for each business with unique needs.
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SBA 504 Loans

SBA 504 loans are very popular for long-term, fixed rate financing of up to $5 million for major fixed assets.
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SBA Microloans

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.
Limited Partnership
A business organization with one or...
Phase 1
Process used to determine the...
Capital Leases
are for the purchase of fixed assets such as...
Assets
The amount of current assets that is left...
Sole Proprietor
an individual who...
Break-even Analysis
A calculation of the approximate sales...
Liabilities
A financial obligation...
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
The body of regulations which is...
Injury Period
The time period during...
Primary Activity
The major business activity of...
Credit Score Test
Part of the home loan CET show a...
Defense Contractor
Any person who enters into...
Companion File
When an applicant has another application filed...
Certified 8(a) Firm
A firm owned and operated by socially and...
Request for Proposal (RFP)
A document outlining a...

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