Glossary · Doing the deal
In short
The entire process of a lender creating a new loan, from initial application to final closing and disbursement of funds. For you, it's the journey from applying to getting your business acquisition funded.
Origination for your 7(a) loan involves applying, underwriting, getting SBA approval, and finally closing. Your focus is providing accurate documentation quickly and responding to lender requests. A smooth origination sets the stage for a successful acquisition.
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
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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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