Glossary · Your money in the deal
In short
This is your required equity injection that isn't cash, such as a seller note on full standby or an asset like real estate. It still counts towards your ownership stake.
The SBA allows non-cash injections to meet equity requirements, but they must meet specific criteria, like being unencumbered and fully subordinated to the SBA loan. A seller note on full standby is a common example, where the seller can't be paid back until the SBA loan is repaid. Ensure your lender verifies its eligibility.
13 CFR Part 120 — Business Loans
Office of the Federal Register · Federal regulation
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
Last checked 2026-06-15. Official sources control — verify before relying on any rule for a live deal.
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