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Internal Credit Scoring Model
In short
Many lenders use their own proprietary models to assess a borrower's creditworthiness and the risk of a loan. It's a key factor in their decision-making beyond just your FICO score.
What it means in a deal
While the SBA has its own SBSS score for smaller loans, lenders often run their own Internal Credit Scoring Model for larger 7(a) deals. This model evaluates your personal credit, the business's financials, and other risk factors. A strong score improves your chances and may influence loan terms.
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Common questions about Internal Credit Scoring Model
- What operational adjustments must a lender make to its internal credit scoring and underwriting processes for 7(a) Small Loans following the SBSS score sunset?
- What alternative credit scoring methods are now recommended for 7(a) Small Loans after the SBSS sunset?
- With the sunset of the SBSS score, what alternative credit scoring methods are acceptable for small 7(a) loans?
- What information on SBA Form 1919 must be consistent with the lender's internal credit memo and E-Tran?
- With the sunset of SBSS, what alternative credit scoring methodologies are acceptable for underwriting 7(a) Small Loans ($500,000 or less)?
- What specific information on SBA Form 1919 must be consistent with the lender's internal credit memo and E-Tran submission?
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