If you originated loans between 2023 and 2024, you need to hear this. This week on SBA Today, Paul and Tonya are diving into:

• 🔍 THE 2026 OVERSIGHT PLAN: What three specific areas—including lenders with rapid increases in loan volume—is the Inspector General zeroing in on this year, and why should SBLCs be particularly worried?
• 📉 THE KPMG DISCLAIMER: Why did the FY 2025 Independent Audit come with a stunning disclaimer, and what does it signal about the future of SBA audits?
• 🚩 THE 73,302 LOAN FLAG: Over $32 Billion in loans is now under a cloud. What specific OIG report (26-07) flags 73,302 loans for "limited assurance on eligibility," and did your loans make the list?
• 🛠️ PLANNED OIG WORK: Keep an eye out for upcoming reviews on Lender Service Providers (LSPs), manufacturing loan portfolios, and IT capital planning.

The bottom line: Documentation is your best friend. With 73,000+ loans now flagged for review at the time of purchase, having a solid foundation has never been more critical. Tune in, subscribe, and share this episode to stay ahead of the audit trail!

🛠This episode is sponsored by SBA Collective — empowering community banks and credit unions to compete and win in SBA lending.

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