This document discusses collateral requirements for loans, including SBA loans. It notes that collateral is not always required by lenders, and strong business plans and financial projections can reduce collateral needs. The amount of collateral required depends on factors like the risk of the loan and how much risk the lender already has. For SBA loans, personal guarantees are usually required from owners of 20% or more of the business. Which assets can be pledged as collateral varies by lender and loan type. Receivables can be factored for immediate cash flow. The value assigned to collateral depends on factors like the age of receivables. Franchises listed on the Franchise Registry may have more favorable collateral requirements from lenders.