SBA Disaster Federal Secured Loans Federally Secured Low Interest Loans managed by the SBA

The Small Business Administration SBA and FEMA team up and offer Federal Money in the form of a low interest rate Federally Secured Loan. SBA Manages the process while FEMA funds the money.

Homeowners Demand SBA Status and Code Review, SBA DOB experience

The SBA Fix didnt come quick enough for those wrongfully labeled ineligible for HUD CDBG-DR grants that cover unmet needs after the disaster. Many remained homeless and are still homeless today because of the lack of concern from state managers.

By Murray Wennerlund published 11-1-2022 updated 11-1-2022
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Low and Moderate income households should never sign for any SBA Disaster Loan without consulting CDBG-DR

Homeowners often sign for SBA loans because it sounds like the best offer. For personal property replacement loans, yes, for home repair loans no. No if your household is 80% AMI or below which is low to moderate income. HUD CDBG-DR for home repair.

By Murray Wennerlund published 5-18-2022 updated 5-26-2022
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Why is my mortgage company holding back my disaster insurance claim payout money?

By Murray Wennerlund 3-17-2025

If your insurance company issued a two-party check for hurricane damage repairs and your mortgage handler is holding the money from you it is likely they need you to provide them with your recovery and repair plan before they will disperse the funds.

The 6-month CDBG-DR Grant Process timer for your state started on 1-21-2025.

By Murray Wennerlund 1-23-2025

Stay informed and become your own advocate for disaster damage not covered by insurance and other means. Unused disaster funds from 2023 will be applied to 2024. However, for most of you in 2023, your program is not over and you should be very active.

Fire, smoke blocking and air sealing between floors in a home.

By Murray Wennerlund 12-20-2024

When a duct passes through a second-story floor, across an 18-inch space, and vents into a drywall ceiling below, there are a few critical steps to follow to ensure proper sealing, fireblocking, and structural integrity.