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When faced with a defaulted Small Business Administration (SBA) loan obligation, both an offer in compromise (OIC) and bankruptcy are potential options to consider. Each option has its advantages and considerations.
Book a Consultation CallWhen faced with a defaulted Small Business Administration (SBA) loan obligation, both an offer in compromise (OIC) and bankruptcy are potential options to consider. Each option has its advantages and considerations. Here are some advantages of an offer in compromise over filing for bankruptcy in the context of an SBA loan:
Filing for bankruptcy when you owe on a defaulted SBA loan can have several pitfalls and considerations. Here are some potential pitfalls to be aware of:
It's important to note that the suitability of an offer in compromise or bankruptcy depends on your individual circumstances. Consider consulting with one of our SBA debt attorneys who can assess your specific situation and provide guidance on the best course of action. They can help you weigh the advantages and disadvantages of each option and determine which approach aligns best with your financial goals and circumstances.
Millions of Dollars in SBA Debts Resolved via Offer in Compromise and Negotiated Repayment Agreements without our Clients filing for Bankruptcy or Facing Home Foreclosure
Millions of Dollars in Treasury Debts Defended Against via AWG Hearings, Treasury Offset Program Resolution, Cross-servicing Disputes, Private Collection Agency Representation, Compromise Offers and Negotiated Repayment Agreements
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Client personally guaranteed SBA 7(a) loan for $150,000. COVID-19 caused the business to fail, and the loan went into default with a balance of $133,000. Client initially hired a non-attorney consultant to negotiate an OIC. The SBA summarily rejected the ineligible OIC and the debt was referred to Treasury’sBureau of Fiscal Service for enforced collection in the debt amount of $195,000. We were hired to intervene and initiated discovery for SBA and Fiscal Service records. We were able to recall the case from Fiscal Service back to the SBA. We then negotiated a structured workout with favorable terms that saves the client approximately $198,000 over the agreed-upon workout term by waiving contractual and statutory administrative fees, collection costs, penalties, and interest.
Client personally guaranteed SBA 7(a) loan balance of over $150,000. Business failed and eventually shut down. SBA then pursued client for the balance. We intervened and was able to present an SBA OIC that was accepted for $30,000.
The client personally guaranteed an SBA 7(a) loan for $150,000. His business revenue decreased significantly causing default and an accelerated balance of $143,000. The client received the SBA's Official 60-day notice with the debt scheduled for referral to the Treasury’s Bureau of Fiscal Service for aggressive collection in less than 26 days. We were hired to represent him, respond to the SBA's Official 60-day notice, and prevent enforced collection by the Treasury and the Department of Justice. We successfully negotiated a structured workout with an extended maturity date that included a reduction of the 14% interest rate and removal of substantial collection fees (30% of the loan balance), effectively saving the client over $242,000.