This week on The Art of SBA Lending, we're tackling one of the hottest topics in the industry: the rising SBA default rates. With concerns mounting over repayment trends, economic conditions, and policy shifts, it's time to cut through the noise and get to the facts.

Ray Drew and an expert panel of Art of SBA contributors discuss:
➡️ The 3.69% default rate—how bad is it, really?
➡️ Why defaults are rising and whether it's just economic cycles catching up
➡️ How lenders can proactively manage risk and prevent unnecessary losses
➡️ The impact of interest rate hikes vs. SBA rule changes—what’s really to blame?
➡️ Portfolio management strategies that separate top-performing lenders from the rest

Join Ray Drew, Jane Castro, Kay Anderson, and Mike Breckheimer as they analyze the numbers, break down borrower trends, and debate what lenders should be doing right now to navigate the shifting landscape.

💬 Is the concern overblown, or should lenders be worried? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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