Comparative Analysis

Is designed to point out significant trends that occur from year to year by using more than one set of financial statements of comparable dates and time periods. A comparative analysis allows you to arrive at a more complete evaluation of the applicant’s financial position.

Updated on
September 9, 2022
Published on
June 20, 2018
The 7(a) Loan Program, SBA’s most common loan program, includes assistance for each business with unique needs.
SBA 504 loans are very popular for long-term, fixed rate financing of up to $5 million for major fixed assets.
The average Microloan is about $13,000. The Microloans program provides loans up to $50,000 to small businesses.
SBA Glossary

Common SBA Terms

Everything you need to know about common terms used to discuss SBA Loans.
Current Liabilities
A balance sheet item, which...
Equity
An accounting term used to...
Collateral
Assets pledged by a borrower to secure a loan...
Balance Sheet or Statement of Financial Position
Assets = Liabilities + Equity...
Credit Elsewhere Test (CET)
The test to determine the...
Income Statement
Shows the entity’s income and...
Full and Open Competition
With respect to a contract action...
Certificate of Competency
A certificate issued by the Small Bus...
Operating Leases
are deducted on the company’s...
Applicant Individual
aka who is requesting an SBA loan...
S-Corporation
A form of corporation, allowed by...
Phase 2
Process to be used to determine economic injury for...
Mentor
A business, usually large, or...
Prime Contract
A contract awarded directly...
Credit Score Test
Part of the home loan CET show a...

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