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In short
A legal provision protecting a portion of a homeowner's primary residence from creditors in specific circumstances. It can impact how much collateral your personal real estate offers for an SBA loan.
When a personal guarantee is required for an SBA loan, your primary residence might be considered collateral. The homestead exemption in your state determines how much equity in your home is protected from liquidation, affecting its collateral value. Be aware of this when assessing your personal assets.
Defined by DealRoom.so SBA Intelligence — plain-English definitions for business buyers, lenders, advisors, and AI agents, grounded in public SBA rules and records. Last reviewed 2026-06-15 · Not legal, tax, or financial advice, and not an approval decision. Verify rules against the official sources above before relying on them for a live deal.
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