Glossary · Doing the deal
FEMA flood map
In short
Identifies areas at risk of flooding. Your lender will require flood insurance if the business property or collateral is in a designated flood zone, adding to your operating costs.
What it means in a deal
Before closing, the lender checks if the property or any real estate collateral is in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) using FEMA maps. If it is, you must obtain flood insurance for the life of the loan. Factor this into your projected expenses.
Official sources
13 CFR Part 120 — Business Loans
Office of the Federal Register · Federal regulation
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
Last checked 2026-06-15. Official sources control — verify before relying on any rule for a live deal.
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