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In short
This is the entity responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of your loan, including collecting payments and handling inquiries. For an SBA loan, your lender is usually the primary servicer.
Your SBA lender typically acts as the primary servicer, handling all aspects of your loan after closing, such as payment processing, escrow management, and addressing any issues. While the SBA guarantees the loan, you'll communicate directly with your lender for most servicing needs. Understand their process for questions or concerns.
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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