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EPISODE · Dec 27, 2025 · 11 MIN

How to Get Your SBA Loan Approved (What Lenders Want to See!)

from Seth Rudin | Business Broker | Dealmaker · host Seth Rudin

Will your SBA loan application be approved?When you're applying for an SBA loan to buy a business, understanding exactly what your lender is looking for is the key to securing your funding, locking in the best rates, and closing your deal on time.Today we are joined by an SBA Lending Extraordinaire, Paul Long. And in this episode, we are breaking down the specific criteria SBA lenders use to evaluate both the buyer and the business being acquired. We dive into the "Five C's of Credit" and explain how your personal credit, industry experience, and the business's historical cash flow determine your success.In this episode, we cover:The Buyer Profile: What lenders look for in your background and credit.Business Viability: How "Quality of Earnings" impacts your approval.Collateral & Equity: What you need to bring to the table.Red Flags: Common mistakes that kill SBA deals before they start.If you’re an entrepreneur, a searcher, or anyone looking to acquire a small business using government-backed financing, this is essential listening. Don't go into your bank meeting blind—knowing what the lender wants is the real power behind the deal!#SBA #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #Entrepreneurship #Podcast #BusinessFinance #BuyingABusiness

Will your SBA loan application be approved?When you're applying for an SBA loan to buy a business, understanding exactly what your lender is looking for is the key to securing your funding, locking in the best rates, and closing your deal on time.Today we are joined by an SBA Lending Extraordinaire, Paul Long. And in this episode, we are breaking down the specific criteria SBA lenders use to evaluate both the buyer and the business being acquired. We dive into the "Five C's of Credit" and explain how your personal credit, industry experience, and the business's historical cash flow determine your success.In this episode, we cover:The Buyer Profile: What lenders look for in your background and credit.Business Viability: How "Quality of Earnings" impacts your approval.Collateral & Equity: What you need to bring to the table.Red Flags: Common mistakes that kill SBA deals before they start.If you’re an entrepreneur, a searcher, or anyone looking to acquire a small business using government-backed financing, this is essential listening. Don't go into your bank meeting blind—knowing what the lender wants is the real power behind the deal!#SBA #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #Entrepreneurship #Podcast #BusinessFinance #BuyingABusiness

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