Glossary · The loan itself
In short
Criteria set by the SBA to define what constitutes a "small business," typically based on revenue or number of employees. Your target business must meet this to qualify for an SBA loan.
The SBA determines eligibility based on whether the business meets its small business size standard for its primary industry, identified by its NAICS code. You must confirm the target business, including any affiliates, falls within these limits. This is a critical eligibility requirement for any 7(a) loan.
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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