Glossary · People and paperwork
In short
An online referral tool provided by the SBA that connects small businesses with participating SBA lenders. It helps you find banks interested in your loan request.
You can use Lender Match to submit a brief loan request, and interested lenders will contact you directly. It's a good starting point to find potential lenders, but don't stop there. Also, reach out to M&A advisors or business brokers for their lender networks.
7(a) Loan Program — Terms, Conditions, and Eligibility
U.S. Small Business Administration · Official SBA source
Last checked 2026-06-15. Official sources control — verify before relying on any rule for a live deal.
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.
Know what you'll need before you apply
Tell us about the deal and who's buying — we'll flag the guaranty, eligibility, and paperwork issues that slow SBA approval before they cost you time.
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