SBA 504 Loan Fees: Big News for FY2027

SBA 504 Loan Fees Just Got a Lot Friendlier for FY2027 Here’s some good news for small business owners: the SBA just announced its SBA 504 loan fees for Fiscal Year 2027, and a big chunk of borrowers are about to pay less to finance their next building or...

SBA 504: A Smart Solution in Uncertain Times

In today’s economic environment, SBA 504 loans are a smart solution in uncertain times.  Business owners and lenders alike are looking for stability, flexibility, and smart long term strategies. That is exactly where the SBA 504 Loan Program stands out. At its core,...

Leadership Transition at Growth Corp

Growth Corp, one of the nation’s highest-producing SBA 504 lenders, today announced a significant leadership transition effective January 1, 2026. After 35 years as President, Doug Kinley will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer, while Sara Vanhala, a nearly...

Commercial Lenders: Lean into SBA 504 Now

Attention commercial lenders…you can help your business borrowers weather 2026 by leaning into SBA 504 now.  December 2025 brought two developments lenders should treat as an invitation, not just background noise: the Federal Reserve trimmed policy rates and...

SBA Fees Waived for Manufacturers

For the first time, fees waived as part of the “Made in America” initiative offer an incredible opportunity for businesses. The Small Business Administration (SBA) has waived fees for SBA loans specifically for manufacturers.  These changes, effective...

Current Economic Factors and SBA 504

Let’s talk about the current economic factors impacting small and mid-sized business and why the SBA 504 Loan Program is a strategic tool for growth.   High Interest Rate Environment Prime Rate and long-term treasury yields remain elevated due to ongoing...