What Brokers Need to Know About Upcoming SBA Changes
The Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced that non-citizen permanent residents (green-card holders) will no longer be eligible to receive SBA-backed loans. This change, effective March 1, 2026, could have significant impacts on small businesses and the broader economy. The CLBA has reviewed the update and provides a concise breakdown of what it means in practice.
The Changes, Simplified
- SBA-backed loans will now only be available to businesses fully owned by U.S. citizens or nationals.
- Legal permanent residents can no longer hold any ownership stake in an SBA borrower.
- Non-citizens can still operate businesses and access conventional loans, but SBA-guaranteed financing is no longer an option.
- Applications that receive an SBA loan number before March 1, 2026 may proceed under prior eligibility rules.
Read more here on our affiliate's news page: Commercial Loan Broker Association Website
Customer in Cincinnati Locks In Refinance for Student Housing Project
In October of 2025, we helped our client in Cincinnati, Ohio close on a refinance in order to create additional student housing for a nearby college. The LTV for this deal was 50% and our client was able to refinance four parcels as well as purchase a parcel that adjoins the others. This deal involved several steps but, we are proud to have gotten it completed for our client!
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Customer Closes on Commercial Property in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, Alabama has been witnessing a resurgence in the last decade across multiple industries including food and beverage, hospitality, and entertainment thanks to the redevelopment of several regions throughout the metro area. Knowing just how well one could prosper in the heart of Birmingham, our borrowers set out to purchase a building downtown next to a thriving nightlife scene for the purpose of reopening the pre-existing restaurant along with plans for upgrades that would appeal to the already established customer base.
Our borrowers closed on the purchase of the 795 square foot commercial property in Birmingham, Alabama in November of 2023 with a requested loan amount of $650,000.00. The LTV with the deal was 61%. In addition to the purchase of the current restaurant located at the property, loan proceeds will also be used to fund renovations such as cosmetic upgrades and a new HVAC system. In order to get this deal locked in and fully fund the improvements, we needed to get creative and was able to have additional liens placed on two other buildings owned by one of the guarantors - both located in the Birmingham area.
"Working with the borrowers, Justin and Eric, was a pleasure. Seeing firsthand the passion they have for this project and the city of Birmingham was an inspiration," says David Runge, Business Development Manager for Commercial Capital BIDCO. Jeff Luker, Commercial Capital BIDCO VP and COO, echoed similar sentiments stating, "Seeing the revitalization of key cities across the country is part of the 'why' for what we do. We love being at the core of these investors' successes and seeing their goals align."
Upscale Wine Lounge Closes Cash Out Refinance in Pennsylvania
In September of 2023, our client closed on a cash-out refinance of an upscale wine lounge located in the beautiful borough of Rankin, Pennsylvania - just 10 miles south of Pittsburgh. The wine lounge provides a unique experience for special occasions, celebrations, date nights, friend gatherings, and more. The lounge also features multiple rooms and spaces to relax, gather, and unwind. Live music is featured throughout the week and a full dinner menu is available nightly. Our client has built an excellent path to success by incorporating unique concepts and an upscale feel for their customers.
Loan proceeds will be used to pay off a portion of their current debt as well as provide funds for upgrades and provide working capital. The requested loan amount for this deal was $2,650,000.00. The LTV was 59% and the size of the lounge is 14,000 square feet.