{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":300,"width":600,"title":"The Dogefather Strikes at the SBA ft. Darren Davis, Javier Jorge, and Brooke Mirenda | Ep. 174","description":"This week on The Art of SBA Lending, we\u2019re diving into the Twitter war of the century: Elon Musk vs. the SBA. It all started when Musk called the Small Business Administration the &quot;Shady Business Administration&quot; and claimed that only 8% of SBA loans get paid back. Naturally, we had to set the record straight. Ray Drew and an expert panel of Art of SBA Contributors discuss: \u27a1\ufe0f The impact of Musk\u2019s comments and whether misinformation could disrupt the SBA \u27a1\ufe0f The reality of SBA loan repayment rates (spoiler: it\u2019s not 8%) \u27a1\ufe0f What happens if the SBA 7(a) program is eliminated\u2014would private lenders fill the gap? \u27a1\ufe0f The efficiency of the SBA and whether emerging tech (like AI) could make lending faster \u27a1\ufe0f The future of Community Advantage loans, SBLCs, and potential policy changes Join Ray Drew, Darren Davis, Javier Jorge, and Brooke Mirenda as they unpack the chaos, misinformation, and possible shake-ups in the world of SBA lending. \ud83d\udcac Drop your thoughts in the comments! Should we be worried about the SBA\u2019s future? \ud83c\udf99This episode is sponsored by: Lumos Lumos empowers your small business lending growth with cutting-edge analytics and streamlined applications that optimize your performance. If you're ready to take your small business lending to the next level with cutting edge analytics visit lumosdata.com. Rapid Business Plans Rapid Business Plans is the go-to provider of business plans and feasibility studies for government guaranteed small business lenders. For more information, or to set up a Get Acquainted call go to https:\/\/rapidbusinessplans.com\/art-of-sba The Director\u2019s Retreat Join us May 4-5 in Savannah, Georgia, for an exclusive event tailored to the heads of SBA 7(a) lending programs. This retreat is your chance to collaborate with peers, share insights, and tackle the unique challenges of leading SBA lending programs. Don\u2019t miss out\u2014register now to secure your spot! https:\/\/www.simpletix.com\/e\/the-directors-retreat-tickets-198763 SBA Jobs Board Hiring for your SBA department? We\u2019ve got you covered! The SBA Jobs Board is here to bridge the gap between you and top SBA talent. Our Art of SBA Lending audience is packed with experts ready for their next career move. List your openings with us to connect with the best in the industry and find the right fit for your team. Live now on our new Art of SBA Website | https:\/\/www.artofsba.com\/job-board Loving The Art of SBA Lending episodes? Make sure to follow along with our sister shows, The BDO Show and SBA Today, each week with the links below!&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@TheBDOShow https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@SBAToday Head to http:\/\/www.artofsba.com for more information and to sign up for our must-read monthly newsletter to stay up to date with The Art of SBA Lending. ","author_name":"The Art of SBA Lending","author_url":"https:\/\/www.artofsba.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/35555115\/height\/300\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"300\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/35555115"}