{"ok":true,"canonical_url":"https://dealroom.so/for-lenders/questions/what-specific-information-must-a-lender-submit-in-e-tran-to-request-a-7-a-loan-increase-af","api_url":"https://dealroom.so/api/public/questions/what-specific-information-must-a-lender-submit-in-e-tran-to-request-a-7-a-loan-increase-af","question":"What specific information must a lender submit in E-Tran to request a 7(a) loan increase after authorization?","topic":"E-Tran & Authorization","audience":"lender","bot_mode":"lender","short_answer":"To request a 7(a) loan increase after authorization, the lender must submit a formal request through E-Tran, detailing the reason, the new loan amount, and updated financial information to support the increase.","rule":"Any material change to a loan, including an increase in the authorized amount, requires an E-Tran modification request and SBA approval. The lender must provide justification for the increase, a new use of proceeds, updated financial analysis to support the higher debt, and confirm continued eligibility of the borrower. This ensures the SBA is aware of and approves the change to its guaranteed exposure.","example":"After receiving a $500,000 authorization, the borrower identifies additional equipment needs, increasing the total request to $550,000. The lender submits an E-Tran modification, includes a revised use of proceeds schedule, updated pro forma financials reflecting the higher payment, and a credit memo addendum justifying the increase.","what_lenders_check":"Lenders must ensure all E-Tran modification requests are complete, accurate, and fully supported by updated underwriting. 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