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What Is an SBA 7(a) Loan?

SBA 7(a) loans are flexible business loans that may be used for working capital, acquisitions, equipment, refinancing, and real estate.

What Is an SBA 7(a) Loan?

An SBA 7(a) loan is the most common and flexible SBA loan program. It may be used for working capital, equipment, business acquisitions, debt refinance, and owner-occupied commercial real estate.

The maximum 7(a) loan amount is generally $5 million, subject to lender underwriting and repayment ability.

  • Working capital may be financed.
  • Business acquisitions are common uses.
  • Equipment purchases may qualify.
  • Owner-occupied real estate may qualify.
  • Debt refinance may be possible when eligible.

Because of its flexibility, SBA 7(a) is often the first program considered for many business financing needs.

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What Is an SBA 504 Loan?

SBA 504 loans are designed for owner-occupied real estate and major fixed asset financing with long-term repayment.

What Is an SBA Express Loan?

SBA Express loans offer smaller loan amounts, often up to $500,000, with a streamlined process and potentially faster decisions.

What Is an SBA Microloan?

SBA Microloans provide smaller loans, generally up to $50,000, through nonprofit intermediary lenders.

What Are SBA CAPLines?

SBA CAPLines are SBA-backed working capital lines designed for eligible short-term, seasonal, contract, or builder needs.

What Is an SBA EIDL Loan?

EIDL loans are disaster-related working capital loans designed to help businesses recover from economic injury.

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