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In short
This refers to buying the physical land and buildings where the business operates. An SBA 7(a) loan can finance this alongside the business purchase, provided you occupy at least 51% of the space.
If the business you're buying owns its real estate, an SBA 7(a) loan can fund the acquisition of both the business and the property. Crucially, your new business must occupy at least 51% of the property's space. This is often a significant portion of total project costs and triggers requirements like an appraisal and environmental assessments.
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
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