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What's Your Deal? | Business Buying, Business Acquisitions, Investing & Exit Strategies

What's Your Deal? | Business Buying, Business Acquisitions, Investing & Exit Strategies

SBA Loans Explained: Getting Approved and Avoid Costly Mistakes - Steve Johnston & Lindsay Denton

May 6, 2026 · 49m

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What does it really take to get approved for an SBA loan when buying a business? In this episode of What's Your Deal? with Matt Uhler , Matt sits down with SBA lending expert Steve Johnston and financing specialist Lindsay Denton to break down the truth about SBA loans, business acquisition financing, and why most buyers get it wrong. If you've heard horror stories about SBA loans taking forever—or getting declined at the last minute—this episode will completely change your perspective. They cover what lenders are actually looking for, how deals get approved (or denied), and why the story behind the deal matters just as much as the numbers. Whether you're a first-time buyer or an…