When the federal government shuts down, most of the headlines focus on national parks, TSA delays, and furloughed workers. But beneath the surface, there’s another ripple effect that hits America’s small business owners hard.

In the world of SBA lending, relationships have always mattered. But as the industry evolves, one thing is clear: artificial intelligence is no longer a future trend

For most entrepreneurs, the goal is simple: grow the business. Bigger top-line revenue, more customers, higher valuations. But what if growth isn't the savior it's made out to be?

Recent tariff expansions, supply chain disruptions, and higher freight costs are creating ripple effects that many small business owners are now facing head-on.

Beginning October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, 504 loans made to manufacturers (NAICS 31–33) will see…

SBA 7(a) loan interest rates are coming down following the Fed’s recent signals and broader market shifts. While the rate environment remains unpredictable, this downward movement is a welcome development for both prospective and active borrowers.

BDOs are the face of the deal, bringing in new business, managing borrower relationships, and keeping the process moving.

Every business owner knows cash is king. But when it comes to applying for a loan, cash in the bank is only part of the picture.

With another government shutdown, the big question for many small business owners is: What happens to SBA lending, especially 7(a) loans, when the government hits pause?

…for many brokers, SBA deals still feel fragile. Timelines are vague. Buyers seem promising but fall apart in underwriting. And lenders sometimes go quiet when the deal needs clarity most.

In lending, pricing isn’t just about cost, it’s about value and fairness.

There’s a compelling proposal circulating in Washington that would raise the SBA’s maximum loan limits from $5 million to $10 million

For lenders, investors, and even seasoned operators, financial forecasts aren’t just numbers on a page.

For lenders, investors, and even seasoned operators, financial forecasts aren’t just numbers on a page…

With loan volumes rising, oversight tightening, and new initiatives aimed at revitalizing American industry, the agency is pushing toward a clearer, more focused version…

The SBA’s decision to pull the plug on USAID’s contracting authority wasn’t made in a vacuum. It followed…

According to the National Small Business Association, 59% of small business owners cite "economic uncertainty" as the single greatest threat to their growth. That’s more than inflation, tariffs, labor shortages, or regulatory burdens.

These USDA programs have historically supported rural businesses with capital tools specifically designed for smaller, community-rooted ventures. Shifting them to the SBA would consolidate…

in the world of SBA lending, where deals are layered with emotion, risk, and real human pressure. This formula falls short.

After several years of looser policies aimed at pandemic-era recovery, the SBA’s 7(a) loan program is heading back to fundamentals.