Glossary · The loan itself
Special Conditions
In short
Additional requirements or stipulations added to your SBA loan authorization by the lender or SBA. These are specific actions you must take or maintain, beyond the standard loan terms.
What it means in a deal
These are critical items you must fulfill, often before closing or within a specific timeframe afterward. They can include obtaining specific insurance, securing additional collateral, or demonstrating certain financial metrics. Failure to meet special conditions can jeopardize your loan or trigger a default, so review them carefully.
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.
Related terms
Common questions about Special Conditions
- What are the specific conditions for an acceptable full standby agreement?
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- Under what conditions can a seller note on full standby be repaid early?
- Under what specific conditions does the SBA impose a prepayment penalty on 7(a) loans?
- What specific conditions trigger the requirement for a corporate guaranty in addition to personal guarantees?
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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