📢 Minnesota Fraud Crackdown, Franchise Extensions, and the Default Gap | Jan. 6, 2026 | SBA Today

Описание: Happy New Year! We are kicking off 2026 with a massive episode of SBA Today. From a federal fraud "freeze" impacting thousands of loans to new data on loan performance, we are diving deep into the news you need to start your year strong.

We're breaking down:
❄️ The Minnesota Freeze—Administrator Kelly Loeffler announced that nearly 7,000 SBA loans in Minnesota are being blocked due to a $400 million COVID-era fraud scandal.
📉 Sold vs. Retained Loans
📅 Franchise Deadline Extension
🛠️ The Power of the Support Network—Paul shares why trying to "save money" by doing it yourself can be a disaster.
🏆 2026 SBA Lender Professional Awards—Nominations are now OPEN for the Coleman Report’s prestigious annual awards.

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This episode is sponsored by: SBA Collective

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