SBA Streamlines 7(a) Loan Processing for Loans Under $500K
In 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) rolled out key reforms to its flagship 7(a) loan program, aimed at […]
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SBA Reinstates Lender Fees and Adjusts Credit Score Requirements
Effective March 27, 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has reinstated lender fees and increased the minimum credit score
SBA Implements Stricter Underwriting Standards Effective June 1, 2025
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is making a decisive shift back to traditional underwriting protocols with the implementation of
SBA Disaster Loan Requests Rise After Storms Impact Businesses in Midwest and South
In Spring 2025, a series of severe storms and tornadoes swept through the Midwest and Southern U.S., causing widespread property
Lender Match Usage Surges After SBA Streamlines Industry-Specific Loan Guidance
In 2025, access to fast, relevant capital is more essential than ever for small businesses. To meet that demand, the
Digital Lenders Partner with SBA-Approved Banks to Expand Access to Fast Capital
In 2025, speed and accessibility are essential in small business financing. That’s why a growing number of digital lenders are
Financial Advisors Push SBA Loans for Refinance as Rates Hold Steady Through Mid-2025
In 2025, small business lending is shifting in a positive direction. With interest rates stabilizing and SBA loan programs remaining
SBA Lenders Adjust Eligibility Criteria in Response to New Federal Oversight Rules
In June 2025, the SBA implemented major updates to its loan protocols under the revised Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) 50
Small Business Loan Demand Climbs in High-Inflation Sectors Like Retail and Food Services
As inflation continues to ripple through the U.S. economy in 2025, retail and food service businesses—which operate on tight margins—are
SBA Loan Volume Grows Steadily in May as Borrowers Rush to Secure Pre-Summer Capital
As summer approaches, small businesses nationwide are ramping up operations—adding staff, expanding inventory, and preparing for peak seasonal demand. In