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These are states where marital assets and debts acquired during marriage are considered jointly owned by both spouses. This impacts how your lender assesses your personal financial strength and requires spousal signatures.
If you live in a community property state, your spouse will likely need to sign certain loan documents, even if they aren't directly involved in the business acquisition. Lenders will also consider your spouse's Credit Score and Personal Financial Statement as part of the overall Credit Risk assessment for the Personal Guarantee. Understand these implications early.
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
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