870,000 people are now barred from future SBA loans over suspected COVID fraud. Here’s what that suspension actually blocks — and what it doesn’t.
Your business failed and you personally guaranteed the loan? You’re personally liable — but bankruptcy can discharge it. Here’s what to do right now, before you sign or pay anything.
Defaulted on your SBA EIDL loan? Here’s how to find the right attorney — and how to avoid the ‘loan relief’ scams targeting borrowers.
SBA rules didn’t require personal guarantees on COVID EIDL loans under $200K. If you signed one and your business closed, an attorney can tell you if it’s enforceable.
DOJ is still prosecuting EIDL fraud in 2026. If you took a legitimate EIDL loan and can’t repay, that’s different — here are your real options
Over 1.3 million SBA COVID EIDL loans are in default. The Hardship Accommodation Plan ended March 2025. Treasury can now garnish wages and intercept tax refunds without a court order.
Quick Answer: A creditor can potentially garnish EIDL loan funds if they obtain a writ of garnishment against a charity officer’s assets. The key issue is that nonprofits have no individual “owners” with percentage interests, so the account structure and legal standing need attorney review.Question:Dear Steve,I received an EIDL loan for $7500 for a non-profit …
Quick Answer: The SBA can garnish Social Security benefits for defaulted EIDL loans, even those under $200,000 without personal guarantees, since federal agencies have broad collection powers. EIDL loans under $200,000 still create a legal obligation to repay, and the SBA can pursue various collection methods including benefit garnishment for federal debt.Question:Dear Steve,SBA web site …
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