Glossary · Doing the deal
In short
This refers to changes made to an SBA loan's terms or conditions without the required SBA approval. Such changes can void the SBA guaranty and leave the lender exposed.
If a lender modifies your loan terms post-closing without SBA's explicit consent, it can nullify the SBA's promise to cover part of the loss. This is a big risk for the lender, so they'll be very careful. As a buyer, ensure all deal changes impacting the loan are properly documented and approved.
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
Last checked 2026-06-15. Official sources control — verify before relying on any rule for a live deal.
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