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This is a required part of the SBA loan application where you must disclose any past criminal offenses. Certain felony convictions can make you ineligible for an SBA loan.
All individuals owning 20% or more of the borrowing entity, or anyone involved in management, must complete a Criminal History Disclosure on Form 1919. The SBA reviews these disclosures; a felony conviction within the last five years (or for certain crimes, ten years) can lead to ineligibility. Be truthful and provide full details.
13 CFR Part 120 — Business Loans
Office of the Federal Register · Federal regulation
SBA Form 1919 — Borrower Information Form
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA form
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