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How earnings get proven.

Plain language explainers and original data on quality of earnings, the SBA lender requirement, and cash proofs, written by the Credex Advisors team.

September 2026

What does SBA SOP 50 10 8.1 require for quality of earnings reports?

September 2026

How many SBA 7(a) acquisition loans will need a QoE under the new $3 million rule?

September 2026

What is a cash proof and how is it different from a bank reconciliation?

September 2026

What does a lender QoE adjustment schedule look like?

Planned

Who is allowed to prepare the quality of earnings for an SBA loan?

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Can the QoE fee be financed in an SBA 7(a) loan?

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How long does a quality of earnings take, and why?

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What is the difference between a quality of earnings and an audit?

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How much does a quality of earnings cost?

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What is a working capital peg and how is it set?

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Seller discretionary earnings versus adjusted EBITDA

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