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Where does a business submit a normal SBA 7(a) application?

Apply directly through a participating lender, not to SBA itself.

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  1. The IRS
  2. A state licensing office
  3. A participating lender ✔

Why: SBA sets program rules and guarantees part of qualifying loans. The local participating lender receives the application, requests documents, and works with the borrower.

Huh, didn't know that: 7(a) proceeds can support working capital, equipment, real estate, refinancing, and ownership changes within program rules.

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Why did the application visit the bank? It knew the right address.
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Answer: A participating lender. SBA sets program rules and guarantees part of qualifying loans. The local participating lender receives the application, requests documents, and works with the borrower.

  1. SBA 7(a) loans www.sba.gov/loans/7a-loans
    You will be applying for your loan directly through a local lender.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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