Mentor

A business, usually large, or other organization that has created a specialized program to advance strategic relationships with small businesses.

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.
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Common SBA Terms

Everything you need to know about common terms used to discuss SBA Loans.
SCORE
Counselors to America's Small Bus...
Defense Acquisition Regulatory Council (DARC)
A group composed of rep...
Assets
The amount of current assets that is left...
Guarantor
The legal entity and...
Days Receivable
A measure of the average time a...
Certified 8(a) Firm
A firm owned and operated by socially and...
Sole Proprietor
an individual who...
Mentor
A business, usually large, or...
Principal
the owner(s) of the Applicant Entity that...
Injury Period
The time period during...
Current Assets
A balance sheet item which equals...
Equity
An accounting term used to...
Comparative Analysis
Is designed to point out significant trends that...
Prime Contract
A contract awarded directly...
Primary Activity
The major business activity of...

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