Glossary · Your money in the deal
In short
This refers to funds that appear to be equity injection but are actually a loan in disguise, often with an unwritten repayment expectation. The SBA strictly prohibits disguised loans as part of your down payment.
Lenders look for round-tripped funds or contributions from related parties that lack proper documentation. Any funds you claim as out of pocket equity must be verifiably yours and not subject to an unwritten repayment obligation to avoid being flagged as a disguised loan.
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
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