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In short
A formal agreement where a lender or seller defers payments on a debt, allowing the SBA loan to take priority. It's crucial for meeting SBA equity injection requirements without impacting the business's immediate cash flow.
If you're injecting seller financing or other debt that counts towards your equity, a standby agreement is often required by the SBA. It ensures that the business prioritizes paying the SBA loan before other specified debts, making your financing eligible as equity. Make sure the terms are clear and align with SBA rules, especially regarding repayment timing.
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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