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May 9, 2025

SBA’s Latest SOP Reintroduces Clarity and Formalizes Lenders’ Role in the Environmental Review Process

Given the recent staffing and policy changes at the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), it’s more important than ever for lenders to maintain a robust environmental […]
March 18, 2025

Meeting the SBA’s Environmental Due Diligence Requirements During Times of Change

Effective March 20, 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has issued Procedural Notice 5000-866054, which updates the Environmental Policies and Procedures contained in the latest […]
March 4, 2025

What Are Environmental Questionnaires and Why Do They Matter?

For lenders, environmental questionnaires serve a critical role in assessing potential environmental risks associated with a commercial property. They offer a “first look” at a site’s […]
October 1, 2024

A Higher Standard: Understanding the SBA’s Environmental Due Diligence Requirements

Small businesses are the lifeblood of our economy. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created to help small businesses through an array of loan guarantee […]