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"SBA 7(a) Loan Checklist: From Prequal to Closing"

Are you falling behind on SBA requirements?

Are you falling behind on SBA requirements?

Most lenders spend up to 70% more time on SBA loans than on any other loan type. That's time that costs you borrowers, deals, and peace of mind. While your team is buried in paperwork, your competitors are closing.

The good news: most of that friction is avoidable.

We built this step-by-step SBA 7(a) checklist to help your team move faster and stay compliant at every stage, from prequalification through closing.

Inside, you'll find best practices for the full 7(a) process, organised so you can put them to work immediately. And when you pair the checklist with GoDocs, which automates and accelerates the closing stage across SBA 7(a), 504, and Express loans, you get end-to-end efficiency that's hard to match.

Less time on paperwork. Fewer compliance gaps. A smoother experience for every borrower.

Download the SBA 7(a) checklist and start closing the gap before your competitors do.

Inside, you’ll find a step-by-step guide covering the full SBA 7(a) loan process:

• Prequalification – Key to identifying qualified borrowers early, with a mini checklist of initial documentation and best practices to set expectations.
• Underwriting – Includes a checklist of risk assessments and tips for a smoother approval process.
• Commitment Letter – Guidance on preparing and issuing the letter, with reminders for necessary conditions and borrower communications.
• Post-Approval Due Diligence – Mini checklist of verifications, forms, and proactive steps to reduce delays before closing.
• Closing – Detailed checklist of documents, signatures, and compliance best practices to ensure a fast, error-free closing and a positive borrower experience.

Each section is designed to help you proactively streamline the process, stay organised, and deliver a better experience for borrowers.

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