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An E-Tran modification is required for significant changes to collateral, such as adding new collateral, releasing major collateral, or altering the lien position of existing collateral, post-authorization.
The SBA loan authorization issued via E-Tran specifies the collateral required. Any material change to this collateral, including changes in type, value, lien position, or the addition/removal of significant assets, necessitates an E-Tran modification request. This ensures the SBA's records accurately reflect the collateral securing its guaranty.
After a 7(a) loan for $750,000 is authorized with a first lien on all business assets, the borrower decides to sell a piece of key equipment valued at $100,000 and replace it with new equipment. Before the sale and purchase, the lender must submit an E-Tran modification request to reflect the change in collateral, securing a first lien on the new equipment.
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Last checked 2026-06-13. Official sources control — verify before relying on any rule for a live deal.
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 · SBA sources checked through 2026-06-13. DealRoom analysis of public SBA 7(a) lending records (FY2020–present). Grounded in the current SBA rulebook; verify against the official sources above before relying on it for a live deal. Not legal, tax, or financial advice, and not an approval decision.
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