The SBA 7(a) program offers up to $5 million in government-guaranteed financing for acquisition, expansion, working capital, or debt refinance, with terms as long as 25 years on real estate and ten years on equipment. Underwriters approve deals when cash flow covers the new payment by at least 1.15x, personal credit sits above 680, and the business shows two years of tax returns with positive net income. Collateral follows an "available assets" rule: you pledge what you have, but the SBA guarantee reduces lender risk so you don't need dollar-for-dollar coverage.
Documentation includes two years of business and personal tax returns, year-to-date profit-and-loss, interim balance sheet, personal financial statement, and a one-page narrative explaining use of funds. If you're buying a business, add the purchase agreement and seller's tax returns. If you're refinancing debt, include payoff letters and a 12-month payment history. We assemble that package, flag any gaps, and submit to SBA-preferred lenders who know the Wichita Falls market.
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Many Sheppard AFB contractors and Main Street retailers use SBA 7(a) to buy buildings, consolidate short-term debt, or fund inventory before peak season. The guarantee keeps rates competitive, and the long amortization keeps payments manageable even when revenue dips. Learn more about SBA loans in Wichita Falls.