The FUNDED Series
Industry-specific SBA lending guides by Thomas Hartwell
FUNDED: The Complete SBA Loan Guide for Restaurant Owners
By Thomas Hartwell
The complete guide to SBA financing for restaurant acquisitions, expansions, and equipment purchases. Covers food truck to brick-and-mortar transitions, cash flow requirements, and what lenders look for in restaurant deals. Includes real examples with Maria (startup taqueria) and Tony (pizza shop acquisition).
ISBN: 979-8-9947079-3-7
FUNDED: The Complete SBA Loan Guide for Hotel Owners
By Thomas Hartwell
Everything you need to know about SBA 7(a) and 504 loans for hotel acquisitions. Covers independent motels to flagged properties, PIP financing, management experience requirements, and DSCR calculations for hospitality. Follow Raj, Anil, and Sarah through different hotel financing scenarios.
ISBN: 979-8-9947079-0-6
FUNDED: The Complete SBA Loan Guide for Franchise Owners
By Thomas Hartwell
The definitive guide to SBA financing for franchise purchases. Understand the SBA Franchise Directory, FDD requirements, what franchise fees can and can't be financed, and how to structure your deal. Includes Derek (home services) and Priya (multi-unit fitness) case studies.
ISBN: 979-8-9947079-4-4
FUNDED: The Complete SBA Loan Guide for Dental Practice Owners
By Thomas Hartwell
The complete guide to SBA financing for dental practice acquisitions, de novo startups, and multi-location expansions. Covers goodwill-heavy valuations, student debt impact on DSCR, DSO-to-independent transitions, and credentialing timelines. Includes Nadia (acquisition), Kevin (de novo), and Lisa (expansion) case studies.
ISBN: 979-8-9947079-7-5
FUNDED: The Complete SBA Loan Guide for Veterinary Practice Owners
By Thomas Hartwell
The complete guide to SBA financing for veterinary practice acquisitions, de novo startups, and multi-location expansions. Covers goodwill-heavy valuations, DANI calculations, student debt impact on DSCR, corporate-to-independent transitions, DEA registration mechanics, and the cash-pay advantage. Includes Maya (acquisition), Ben (de novo), and Sarah (expansion) case studies.
ISBN: 979-8-9947079-8-2
What's Inside Each Guide
SBA Program Fundamentals
- • SBA 7(a) vs 504 loan comparison
- • Eligibility requirements
- • Equity injection rules
- • Guarantee fee structures
Industry-Specific Requirements
- • Experience requirements for your industry
- • Cash flow and DSCR calculations
- • Collateral considerations
- • Common approval obstacles
Application Process
- • Document checklists
- • Business plan requirements
- • Timeline expectations
- • Lender selection strategies
Real-World Examples
- • Running case studies throughout
- • Sample calculations
- • Common mistakes to avoid
- • Success strategies
Frequently Asked Questions
Which FUNDED book is right for me?
Choose based on your industry: The Restaurant Guide covers food service businesses from food trucks to full-service restaurants. The Hotel Guide covers lodging acquisitions from independent motels to flagged properties. The Franchise Guide covers any franchise purchase that needs SBA financing. The Dental Guide covers dental practice acquisitions, de novo startups, and multi-location expansions. The Veterinary Guide covers vet practice acquisitions, corporate-to-independent transitions, and multi-location growth.
Are these books available in ebook format?
Yes. All FUNDED guides are available in both paperback and Kindle ebook formats on Amazon.
Do I need to read all five books?
No. Each book is self-contained and covers the SBA lending process specific to that industry. Read only the guide that matches your business type.
How current are these guides?
The FUNDED guides are regularly updated to reflect changes in SBA Standard Operating Procedures (SOP 50 10 8) and lending requirements.
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