Glossary · People and paperwork
In short
These are businesses or individuals connected by common ownership, control, or family ties. The SBA scrutinizes these relationships closely to determine eligibility and size.
The SBA's affiliation rules aggregate the revenue and employees of related entities to determine if a business meets size standards. You must disclose all related entities, including those owned by the seller or yourself, on Form 1919. Undisclosed relationships can jeopardize your loan approval.
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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