Glossary · The loan itself
Pre-disbursement condition
In short
These are specific requirements the lender sets that you must fulfill before they will release the loan funds. You care because failing to meet any condition can delay or even cancel your loan disbursement and thus the entire deal.
What it means in a deal
Common conditions might include obtaining specific insurance policies, providing updated financial statements, or registering certain legal entities. Work closely with your attorney and lender to track and complete all these conditions well before the scheduled closing date.
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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