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Partnering With the SBA to Support Small Business Growth & Acquisitions


Total Credits: 1 including 1 Finance - Technical

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Categories:
Partner Produced |  Industry
Faculty:
Eric Kehler |  Steve Pricco
Course Levels:
Intermediate
Duration:
1 Hour
License:
Expires 30 day(s) after program date.

Dates
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Description

While many organizations apply for U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loans every year, understanding the different options available is crucial for CPAs working closely with clients to secure funding. Learn the basics of SBA 504 and 7(a) loans, including eligibility requirements and their respective application processes. Plus, explore the pros and cons of SBA loans and evaluate the top considerations for determining when SBA loans are the right option.

Basic Course Information

Learning Objectives
  • Identify and compare the key features, eligibility requirements, application processes, and strategic considerations of SBA 504 and 7(a) loan programs to effectively advise clients on appropriate funding options

Major Subjects

 

  • SBA 7(a) and Community Advantage Loan Programs
  • SBA 504 Loan Program

 


Course Materials

Faculty

Eric Kehler Related Seminars and Products

Vice President

504 Lending


Eric Kehler the Vice President - SBA Lending for the MCDC. Eric markets the SBA 504 program throughout the state of Michigan and works with lenders, small business owners, and other referral sources to secure SBA 504 financing. He works with the MCDC underwriters to review the eligibility and obtain the SBA approval.

Before joining the MCDC staff in 2004, Eric was the Operations Manager for 7 years for a church in Lansing, Michigan. Prior to that, he worked for Ford Motor Credit Corporation for 7 years as a Loan Officer, Dealer Sales Representative, and the Customer Service Supervisor.


Steve Pricco Related Seminars and Products

Director of Government Lending (SBA)


Steve currently serves as Michigan Certified Development Corporation’s Director of SBA 7(a) Lending, a position he’s held since August 2017. In this position he is responsible for providing assistance for Government Guaranteed programs as a Lender Service Provider (LSP) for community lenders across the country. The LSP division Steve manages assists lenders in the packaging, closing, selling, servicing, liquidating and training of SBA 7(a) loans. Steve has managed SBA departments for small, medium and regional sized financial institutions, and has been an active participant of SBA lending for over 25 years.


Dates

Thu, May 22, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:00am EDT
Mon, Jun 09, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm EDT
Wed, Jun 25, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:00pm EDT
Tue, Jul 22, 2025 - 02:00pm to 03:00pm EDT
Fri, Aug 08, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:00pm EDT
Thu, Sep 11, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm EDT
Sat, Oct 18, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:00am EDT
Mon, Nov 10, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:00pm EST
Wed, Dec 03, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:00am EST
Tue, Dec 16, 2025 - 06:00pm to 07:00pm EST
Fri, Jan 09, 2026 - 05:00pm to 06:00pm EST

Additional Info

Basic Course Information

Prerequisites

None


Advanced Preparation

None


Designed For

CPAs and financial professionals who advise small business clients on funding options and want to better understand the features and strategic uses of SBA loan programs


Original Recording Date

5/22/25


Yellow Book

No


Course Developer

MICPA


Date Added to Catalog 05/08/25

Additional Information

Complaint Resolution Policy

Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints.  anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).


Official Registry Statement

Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org


Instructional Delivery Method

Group Internet Based


Course Registration Requirements

Online Registration


Refund/Cancellation Policy

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