Applying for an SBA loan can be stressful , grueling and confusing — does this sound familiar? Don’t worry, SBA Pro and Host of the My SBA Loan Pro podcast Ryan Smith, reveals valuable insights and best practices regarding the SBA loan program and application process. Don’t take another step on your SBA journey until your equipped to make sound and informed decisions at every turn. Start listening today!
My SBA Loan Pro Podcast
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Applying for an SBA loan can be stressful , grueling and confusing — does this sound familiar? Don’t worry, SBA Pro and Host of the My SBA Loan Pro podcast Ryan Smith, reveals valuable insights and best practices regarding the SBA loan program and application process. Don’t take another step on your SBA journey until your equipped to make sound and informed decisions at every turn. Start listening today!
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Recent Episodes
May 29, 2026
How Business Owners Protect Wealth, Avoid Probate & Reduce Estate Taxes
<p>Are you a business owner, entrepreneur, or high-net-worth family looking to protect your assets and avoid probate? In this episode of the My SBA Loan Pro Podcast, estate planning attorney Rodney Hatley breaks down everything you need to know about living trusts, irrevocable trusts, asset protection strategies, probate, estate taxes, healthcare directives, and wealth preservation.</p><p>Learn how successful business owners structure their companies and trusts to safeguard wealth, minimize taxes, and create long-term financial security for their families. Rod also shares practical strategies for protecting inherited assets from lawsuits, creditors, and divorce settlements.</p><p>▶️In This Episode:<br>➡️Living Trust vs Irrevocable Trust explained<br>➡️How to avoid probate court<br>➡️Asset protection strategies for entrepreneurs<br>➡️LLCs, S Corporations & business structuring<br>➡️Estate tax planning for wealthy families<br>➡️Protecting family wealth across generations<br>➡️Healthcare directives & powers of attorney<br>➡️How adult children can help aging parents plan their estate<br>➡️Why funding your trust is critical<br>➡️Trust planning mistakes business owners make</p><p>Whether you're a startup founder, real estate investor, small business owner, or simply planning for your family’s future, this episode delivers valuable estate planning insights every American family should understand.</p><p><strong>Key Chapters: </strong></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY">00:00</a> – Intro & Why Estate Planning Matters <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=68s">01:08</a> – Rod Hatley’s Background & Navy JAG Experience <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=292s">04:52</a> – How Probate Works & Why It Can Take Years <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=492s">08:12</a> – Living Trusts Explained for Business Owners <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=628s">10:28</a> – Revocable vs Irrevocable Trusts <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=875s">14:35</a> – How Wealthy Families Use Trusts to Protect Assets <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=1102s">18:22</a> – Can You Put Your Home in an Irrevocable Trust? <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=1420s">23:40</a> – How Business Owners Protect Their Companies & Wealth <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=1625s">27:05</a> – Asset Protection Strategies for Entrepreneurs <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=1815s">30:15</a> – Protecting Family Wealth From Lawsuits & Divorce <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=2082s">34:42</a> – Estate Planning for Children & Future Generations <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=2358s">39:18</a> – Healthcare Directives & Power of Attorney Explained <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=2710s">45:10</a> – Why Funding Your Trust Is Critical <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1hHKh7fFLY&t=2960s">49:20</a> – LLCs, S Corporations & Avoiding Probate <br>53:08 – Best States for Asset Protection (Wyoming & Nevada) <br>57:12 – Estate Taxes & High-Net-Worth Planning <br>01:01:35 – How to Talk to Aging Parents About Estate Planning <br>01:07:02 – Preventing Family Conflict & Inheritance Disputes <br>01:11:44 – Final Estate Planning Advice for Families & Business Owners</p><p><br><strong>More ThinkSBA Resources</strong></p><p><a href="https://calendly.com/thinksba">https://calendly.com/thinksba</a> - Schedule Call<br><a href="https://g.page/thinksba">https://g.page/thinksba</a> - Google Business Page & Reviews<br><a href="https://thinksba.com/faq">https://thinksba.com/faq</a> - Frequently Asked Questions<br><a href="https://mysbaloanpro.com/">https://mysbaloanpro.com</a> - My SBA Loan Pro Podcast<br><a href="http://youtube.com/@thinksba">http://youtube.com/@thinksba</a> - YouTube Channel</p>
May 8, 2026
Advanced SBA Structuring: A $9M Pari Passu Case Study | Kalen Foster | Ep. 35 | My SBA Loan Pro
<p>In this episode, host Ryan Smith is back in the studio with Kalen Foster to break down a complex pari passu transaction that took over two years to get across the finish line. They pull back the curtain on what happens behind the scenes of complex SBA deals and show how expert-level knowledge of the guidelines can turn a highly challenging file into a successful closing.</p><p>This specific deal involved borrowers operating a daycare and a Montessori school who were looking to acquire a new business and real estate while also refinancing existing high-interest debt. Because the transaction exceeded the $5 million SBA aggregate limit, the lending team had to employ advanced structuring to make the numbers work.</p><p>Key Takeaways from this Episode:<br></p><ul><li>Structuring Large Transactions: How the team managed an $8 to $9 million deal using a pari passu structure alongside the SBA loan.</li><li>Navigating SBA SOPs: Why deeply understanding the SBA Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) is critical, and why lenders must meticulously interpret the rules to ensure eligibility.</li><li>Overcoming Setbacks: How the team navigated changing SBA rules over the two-year timeline, including evolving affiliation rules and guarantee requirements for owners.</li><li>Creative Problem Solving: How the team utilized different NAICS codes between the daycare and Montessori businesses to separate lending buckets and maximize funding.<p></p></li></ul><p><br><strong>Key Chapters:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ">00:00</a> - Introduction: The Two-Year Pari Passu Deal<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ&t=91s">01:31</a> - Client Background & Deal Needs <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ&t=154s">02:34</a> - Deal Complexity & Borrower Sophistication<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ&t=284s">04:44</a> - Keeping the Deal Alive Through Setbacks<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ&t=443s">07:23</a> - Initial Structuring & Real Estate Hurdles<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ&t=620s">10:20</a> - Utilizing NAICS Codes for Separate $5M Limits<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ&t=743s">12:23</a> - Navigating SBA Ownership & Guarantee Rules<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ&t=895s">14:55</a> - Securing the SBA eTRAN Approval<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ&t=1023s">17:03</a> - The Importance of Bank & Banker Expertise<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ&t=1201s">20:01</a> - Winning the Deal with Structure & Servicing<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ&t=1356s">22:36</a> - Becoming a Student of the SBA SOP<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VsYkJ4-xQ&t=1495s">24:55</a> - Adapting to Changing SBA Rules Over Time</p><p><strong>More ThinkSBA Resources</strong></p><p><a href="https://calendly.com/thinksba">https://calendly.com/thinksba</a> - Schedule Call<br><a href="https://g.page/thinksba">https://g.page/thinksba</a> - Google Business Page & Reviews<br><a href="https://thinksba.com/faq">https://thinksba.com/faq</a> - Frequently Asked Questions<br><a href="https://mysbaloanpro.com/">https://mysbaloanpro.com</a> - My SBA Loan Pro Podcast<br><a href="http://youtube.com/@thinksba">http://youtube.com/@thinksba</a> - YouTube Channel</p>
April 17, 2026
Zero Down Payment SBA Loan Business Expansion with Kalen Foster | Bonus Episode | My SBA Loan Pro
<p>How do you expand a successful business and buy commercial real estate when the project exceeds the $5 Million SBA loan limit—and you want to do it with 100% financing?</p><p>In this clip, Kalen Foster breaks down a real-world scenario of a Southern California family entertainment business looking to duplicate its success in a new location. We dive deep into the SBA rules that make this possible and how to structure a winning deal.</p><p>🔑 In this video, you'll learn:<br>• The 10% Rule: The critical difference between a "Change of Ownership" (which requires a 10% equity injection) and a "Business Expansion" (which can technically be done with 0% down).<br>• Exceeding the $5M Limit: How to use a pari-passu loan structure to fund projects that go beyond the standard SBA maximum limit.<br>• What Lenders Look For: Why strong historical cash flow, low debt, and proven operational success are the true keys to securing a zero-equity expansion loan.<br>• The Vetting Process: How top institutions evaluate high-growth projects to ensure stability and success for both the business and the bank.</p><p>If you are a business owner looking to scale, buy commercial real estate, or understand your complex financing options, this breakdown is for you!</p><p>If you liked this content, let's connect on social media:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjI5MzA1LTFRMFAtSE9fVU9jelY2TDFKRGdlUXxBQ3Jtc0tuX3lDWW13c1Fyd05CalhZblNPYUE0Nk9nWUVoeDZNcHFUaDBJV3hMU3JaWjZidFV3XzZhMjcyaEJkN0lxMDRjT21YS2liTE1WSkdBdVhjbGNBVXpLUjNhUkpnQmNvM0E5dGwzWGl3SXZfOXRMSUtPSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Finstagram.com%2Fmysbapro&v=I1PfGFlCOos">https://instagram.com/mysbapro</a><br>Twitter: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVRpRHktdm1sLXJjM2RCOG1CQmo4WHVfdmhvUXxBQ3Jtc0tsQ2UxSzVQNW1WV09mWlRobkJ1Wm9FTVp1RDRKX04xUXhxNDhBNk1GTWhGN0s3UlJTZ0NPcGhsODUxakVDQ1pfb0JfWjhRcU1tMWZlN3Y3SUVOcThhLV91ZVY0TUZMeEtJSDVSanJVTC1ObEhpbXIySQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fmysbapro&v=I1PfGFlCOos">https://twitter.com/mysbapro</a><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmM2b2hPVFA2aXRva0Fmb2hfaFV4TWdyVE01d3xBQ3Jtc0trVlRZNmV0dWt2RklFZVAwVXVqYVJUR3h4Qkx1SDNqczlOTU4wa1R2d2dsMU1kbjd0V0ZyRmVfbGFfTlhsZXc4ZUR6Zms5bEhYajdWc0JUZngxTzBQY2hBYWpwdjhLbl8zNGZ5cEo5cU9nTkZzNWEtaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinkedin.com%2Fin%2Fryanpatryck&v=I1PfGFlCOos">https://linkedin.com/in/ryanpatryck</a></p><p><strong>More ThinkSBA Resources</strong></p><p><a href="https://calendly.com/thinksba">https://calendly.com/thinksba</a> - Schedule Call<br><a href="https://g.page/thinksba">https://g.page/thinksba</a> - Google Business Page & Reviews<br><a href="https://thinksba.com/faq">https://thinksba.com/faq</a> - Frequently Asked Questions<br><a href="https://mysbaloanpro.com/">https://mysbaloanpro.com</a> - My SBA Loan Pro Podcast<br><a href="http://youtube.com/@thinksba">http://youtube.com/@thinksba</a> - YouTube Channel</p>
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