Financing-Ready Advisory

SBA & Lender-Friendly by Design

Our services are structured to meet the expectations of SBA lenders, banks, and financial institutions—with clear scope definitions, fixed fees, and documentation that supports your financing requirements.

Fixed Fees

No cost surprises

Clear Scope

Non-duplicative

Documentation

Lender-ready

Risk-Focused

Early identification

Why Lenders Appreciate Our Approach

SBA lenders and banks want to see disciplined project management and clear accountability. Our advisory services are designed to meet those expectations.

Clear Defined Scope

Our scope of work is distinct and non-duplicative of architect, engineer, or contractor responsibilities. Lenders can clearly see what they're paying for.

  • Distinct from A/E professional services
  • Separate from contractor execution scope
  • Clearly defined deliverables and boundaries

Fixed or Capped Fees

No percentage-of-construction fees, no hourly billing without caps. Lenders know exactly what our services will cost before the project begins.

  • No cost escalation incentives
  • Fees independent of construction cost
  • Predictable line item in project budget

Documentation-Focused Deliverables

Our deliverables are tangible, documented outputs that lenders can review and understand—not vague "consulting" or undefined advisory hours.

  • Written risk registers and roadmaps
  • Monthly/weekly status reports
  • Budget tracking and variance analysis

Early Risk Identification

Lenders want risk handled early—before commitments lock in and before problems become expensive. That's exactly where we focus our efforts.

  • Pre-commitment risk assessment
  • Budget validation before bidding
  • Contract review before execution

Common SBA & Lender Concerns—Addressed

We understand what lenders look for. Here's how our approach addresses typical financing concerns.

"Is this fee necessary?"

Our answer: Our services reduce risk and prevent costly errors. The fee is typically a fraction of what a single major change order or dispute would cost.

Risk mitigation that pays for itself.

"Does this duplicate other services?"

Our answer: No. We don't design, engineer, or build. We provide independent owner-side oversight that complements—not duplicates—other professionals.

Distinct scope, distinct value.

"Will costs escalate?"

Our answer: Fees are fixed or capped before engagement. No percentage fees, no incentive to inflate project costs.

Predictable costs from day one.

"What do we get for the money?"

Our answer: Tangible deliverables: risk registers, status reports, bid analysis, budget tracking—documents you can review and file.

Documented, auditable outputs.

"Is this tied to loan approval?"

Our answer: No. Our fees are independent of financing approval, project savings, or construction outcomes. No contingent compensation.

No conflicts with your financing.

"Who does this person work for?"

Our answer: The Owner only. We have no relationships with contractors, no referral fees, no incentives from any other party.

100% owner-aligned.

Sample Deliverables for Lender Review

Here are examples of the documentation we provide—exactly the type of materials lenders expect to see.

Project Roadmap

1–2 page executive summary of project phases, key milestones, and critical path items

Risk Register

Plain-language identification of project risks with likelihood, impact, and mitigation strategies

Budget Status Reports

Monthly tracking of budget vs. actual, contingency utilization, and cost trend analysis

Bid Comparison Reports

Side-by-side analysis of contractor proposals with scope gaps, exclusions, and recommendations

Change Order Summaries

Documentation of change orders, justification review, and cumulative budget impact tracking

Progress Reports

Weekly or monthly status updates with action items, decisions needed, and schedule tracking

Ideal for SBA Borrowers

If you're financing your project through an SBA 504 loan, conventional construction loan, or other lender-backed financing, our services are designed to support your requirements.

We Understand SBA Requirements

Eligible Use of Loan Proceeds

Our services qualify as soft costs that support project delivery—not duplicative overhead

Third-Party Independence

We're independent of the contractor and design team—no conflicts of interest to disclose

Documentation Trail

Our deliverables create an auditable record of project oversight and decision-making

Early Risk Management

We help identify and mitigate risks before they threaten your project or loan

Financing Types We Support

SBA 504 Loans

Owner-occupied real estate and equipment financing

SBA 7(a) Loans

Working capital and construction financing

Conventional Construction Loans

Bank-financed ground-up and renovation projects

USDA Business Loans

Rural development and business expansion financing

Working With Lender-Financed Projects?

Let's discuss how our services can support your financing requirements. We'll explain our approach, answer lender questions, and help you build a compliant project structure.

30-minute consultation • No commitment • Lender questions welcome

Our services are designed to support—not complicate—your financing:

Fixed/Capped Fees
Clear Scope Definition
Documented Deliverables
Independent Advisory