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Brokers Expo 2025 recap | SBA contradicts itself on fees
Top observations from Brokers Expo NYC 2025, where the business funding industry came together this week to network and learn from some of the top experts in the industry.
Additionally, what is happening at the SBA that they have reversed the reinstatement of Upfront fees for Borrowers, to now waive them for manufacturers? I talk about the hypocrisy and politics involved.

Shane Mahabir
Sep 191 min read


Former SBA Loan Officer Among Three Women Pleading Guilty in COVID Loan Fraud Cases
The Department of Justice announced last week that three women, including former SBA Loan Officer Rena Barrett, have pleaded guilty in separate COVID-19 relief fraud schemes that have become all too familiar at this point. These cases, prosecuted in the Northern District of Georgia, demonstrate both the scale of pandemic-era fraud and the government’s ongoing push to hold offenders accountable.

Staff Writer
Aug 192 min read


Discussing Texas HB 700, 7(a) Loan Agent bill, and broker best practices
Discussing current regulatory news, including the important bill HB 700 in Texas and the 7(a) Loan Agent Oversight Act (H.R. 1804), the tech business loan brokers need to know about, and other best practices for brokers with Jerry Cocuzzo of FundAll Capital and John DiCanio of Fund My Biz.

Shane Mahabir
Jun 161 min read


SBA Introduces New Anti-Fraud Measures: Key Points and What You Need to Know
The SBA is taking steps to strengthen the integrity of its loan programs with the implementation of new anti-fraud measures. These changes are being introduced with the stated support of the Department of Government Efficiency.

Staff Writer
Apr 143 min read


SBA Reinstates Guarantee Fees Effective March 27th
According to SBA notice 5000-865758, loans that have not received SBA authorization by 11:59 PM EST on March 26th will be subject to the...

Staff Writer
Mar 241 min read


Saturday Business & Finance Brief: SBA Cuts, Market Warnings, and FinCEN Shakeup
From major job cuts at the Small Business Administration to concerns over market blind spots and a major regulatory reversal on ownership...

Staff Writer
Mar 223 min read


Biz2Credit CEO recommendations for SBA improvement
Rohit Arora, a Forbes Senior Contributor and CEO of small business financing platform Biz2Credit, discusses SBA improvement...

Staff Writer
Dec 7, 20242 min read


Weekend update: SBA Capital Impact Report & Podcast, Kapitus acquisition, & Fundbox B2B Power Partner
Dropping in on the weekend with a few stories that came out after our Thursday newsletter about the SBA Capital Impact report, a Kapitus...

Staff Writer
Oct 26, 20243 min read


SBA Disaster Loan Program Depleted: A Call to Action for Congress and Communities
The Small Business Administration's (SBA) disaster loan program has officially exhausted its funds, leaving many Americans in a precarious..

Staff Writer
Oct 16, 20242 min read


Refinancing Made Easy: How the SBA is Lowering Costs for Small Businesses
Easier Refinancing: Small businesses will find it simpler to refinance physical property such as land, machinery, or facilities.

Staff Writer
Oct 2, 20242 min read


The SBA Loan Nightmare: Joseph Carpenter's Story
They put the burden of proof on the person they're accusing of having the loan.

Staff Writer
Aug 26, 20243 min read


What You Need to Know About the SBA's New Licenses
The recent Federal Register Notification regarding the Small Business Lending Company (SBLC) Application Process is poised to impact the...

Staff Writer
Aug 13, 20241 min read


SBA to launch new working capital pilot program
SBA Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman announced that this working capital pilot program will be launched in the coming months to...

Staff Writer
Jun 5, 20242 min read


Breaking Barriers in Small Business Lending: SBA's Latest Move
In a move that could prove pivotal for America's small business landscape, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is establishing...

Funder Intel Admin
Dec 15, 20232 min read


Things To Know About SBA Loans With Glenn Giro
Glenn Giro, Vice President, SBA Lending Officer with Huntington National Bank, joins us today to discuss SBA loans and more.

Funder Intel Admin
Nov 4, 20221 min read


PPP Helped But Rife With Fraud
Media reports of criminal complaints and arrests have picked up pace in the last month or so.

Shane Mahabir
Sep 15, 20208 min read
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