by Erin Abel | Apr 23, 2025 | Blog
On March 7th, the Small Business Administration (SBA) introduced a significant change to its 7(a) loan program eligibility requirements—and the implications are already being felt in the marketplace. Under the new rule, to qualify for SBA 7(a) financing, a business...
by Erin Abel | Apr 22, 2025 | Blog
SBA Market Update: New SOP Rules Effective June 1, 2025 — What Buyers, Sellers, and Advisors Need to Know Big changes are coming to SBA 7(a) loan eligibility and structuring—starting June 1, 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will implement new rules...
by Erin Abel | Apr 21, 2025 | Blog
With international trade tensions escalating once again, small businesses across the U.S. are bracing for economic ripple effects. Most notably, President Trump has imposed a 125% tariff on goods from China—a sharp increase from the previously reported 104%. This is...
by Erin Abel | Apr 21, 2025 | Blog
Before diving into the opportunity, it’s essential to understand what’s happening. The recent increase in small business bankruptcies stems from several converging economic pressures: Inflation and cost pressures have eroded profit margins. Pandemic-era safety nets,...
by Erin Abel | Apr 21, 2025 | Blog
Washington state is poised to implement a series of tax reforms aimed at addressing a significant budget shortfall. While these measures target wealthier individuals and large corporations, they also carry substantial implications for small businesses.​ Key Tax...
by Erin Abel | Mar 31, 2025 | Blog
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has recently implemented several changes to its 7(a) loan program to enhance financial integrity and expand access for small businesses. Here’s an overview of these updates:​Small Business Administration Restoration...
