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Business Valuation for
SBA Lenders

For SBA Lenders

Accurate SBA Reports, Ready When You Need Them

When you’re managing a loan timeline, every detail matters. AMP provides valuation reports that are clear, supported, and fully aligned with the SBA’s latest guidelines.

We understand what lenders need from a valuation: compliance, consistency, and delivery that fits your workflow.

Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)

All AMP reports are prepared by a Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) through NACVA. This credential meets the SBA’s requirements and ensures that our reports stand up to lender, underwriter, and SBA review.

Why SBA Lenders
Trust AMP

Unmatched Quality

AMP valuations are prepared by a Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) through NACVA (a qualified source per the SBA) and fully aligned with SBA guidelines. Reports are customized, defensible, clearly written, and supported by research, market comps, expert judgment, and valuation theory. When lending on cash flow, the details matter.

We know the pace of SBA lending. Our team responds quickly, communicates clearly, and works with your preferred systems without unnecessary steps or delays.

Our turnaround times are reliable, tracked, and taken seriously. From kickoff to delivery, we prioritize transparency and consistency at every stage.

Lenders across the country rely on AMP for reports that make sense to credit committees, underwriters, and clients. We’re proud to be a go-to partner for reliable, frictionless valuations.

Our Process

What to Expect
From the Valuation Process

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STEP 01

Our fees and turnaround times are consistent, competitive, and reliable, allowing lenders to set clear expectations with their borrowers.

Review

STEP 02

We'll promptly review documents, identify any missing items, and ask necessary questions that are critical value drivers in the business. We utilize a questionnaire for SBA lenders that covers the FAQs and expedites the process.

Report Development

STEP 03

We use the best available data, the most relevant methodologies, and expert judgment in our value assessment. If we have questions or concerns, we pick up the phone and discuss with the designated point of contact - whether it be the lender, buyer, seller, or broker.

Final Delivery

STEP 04

Once we deliver the report, we stand by to review with the lender or consider any new information.

When Lenders Call Us

When to
Bring Us In

AMP frequently supports SBA Lenders with valuations for:

Business
Acquisitions

Whether for new owners or expansions, we provide quality valuations that lenders trust.

Partner Buyouts or Ownership Changes

Ensure fair market value is documented and defensible during complex ownership transitions.

Large or High-Risk Transactions

When more diligence is needed, we provide the depth and detail lenders rely on.

Insights

Insights for SBA Lenders

We understand the pressure of SBA timelines and the need for clarity you can count on. These articles are written with your world in mind, offering insights on compliance, quality, and how to avoid delays before they happen.

Business Owners, Uncategorized, Valuation

3 Apr 2026

Common Bookkeeping Errors That Undermine Business Valuation

Poor bookkeeping doesn't just create headaches at tax time — it can directly reduce what your business is worth. In this collaborative guide, a professional bookkeeper and a business appraiser break down the most common bookkeeping mistakes, from inconsistent categorization and missing reconciliations to duplicate transactions and misrecorded owner contributions, and explain exactly how each one affects your business valuation. Whether you're planning to sell, secure financing, or simply want cleaner financials, this guide shows you what to fix and why it matters.

Mark Ahern

MBBI Annual Conference recap photo of Mark Ahern speaking in Oak Brook IL

Business Owners, Valuation

10 Feb 2026

MBBI Annual Conference Recap 2026: Grit to Growth in Uncertain Times

MBBI Annual Conference recap from Mark Ahern. A quick look back at the 2026 “Grit to Growth: Winning in Uncertain Times” event in Oak Brook, IL, including what stood out, appreciation for speakers and sponsors, and why strong relationships still move deals.

Mark Ahern

What Is a Business Worth?

Business Owners, Valuation

5 Feb 2026

What Is a Business Worth: Value vs Price Explained

If you want to know what your business is worth, you have to separate expectation from market reality. This article breaks down value vs price, why revenue can mislead, and what buyers look for when deciding what to pay. A business is worth the future cash flow a buyer believes they can reliably receive, adjusted for risk and transferability.

Mark Ahern

Built for SBA Compliance

Timely, accurate reports
that meet SBA standards.

AMP has supported dozens of thriving SBA lenders nationwide. We know what you need, how you work, and how to deliver reports that make your job easier.