Glossary · People and paperwork
Fiscal Transfer Agent
In short
An entity, usually a bank, that handles the issuance, transfer, and redemption of government securities. For SBA loans, this agent facilitates the secondary market for the guaranteed portion.
What it means in a deal
The SBA uses a fiscal transfer agent to manage the guaranteed portion of 7(a) loans that lenders sell to investors in the secondary market. This agent ensures the efficient transfer and servicing of these guaranteed portions. As a borrower, you interact with your lender, not directly with this agent.
Official sources
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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Defined by CapBench SBA Intelligence — plain-English definitions for business buyers, lenders, advisors, and AI agents, grounded in public SBA rules and records. Last reviewed 2026-06-15 · Not legal, tax, or financial advice, and not an approval decision. Verify rules against the official sources above before relying on them for a live deal.
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