Glossary · People and paperwork
Servicer
In short
The entity responsible for managing your loan after it closes, including collecting payments, handling escrow, and responding to borrower inquiries. Your lender may retain servicing or transfer it.
What it means in a deal
For an SBA loan, the servicer is the point of contact for all post-closing matters, from payment processing to loan modifications. It might be your originating lender or a third-party company. Understand who your servicer is and how to contact them for any questions or issues with your loan.
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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