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A federal law enacted in 1989 to reform the financial industry and strengthen regulatory oversight of banks and savings institutions. It impacts how lenders are regulated and how they conduct business.
While not directly about your SBA loan, FIRREA's regulations influence the broader banking environment and how lenders operate. It sets standards for appraisals and financial reporting, indirectly affecting how your lender assesses the business and its collateral during underwriting.
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