{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"My SBA Loan Pro Podcast","title":"SBA 504 Real Estate Loan Program Masterclass with Casey Hopkins | Ep. 26 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/478e0616\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3433,"description":"In this episode of the My SBA Loan Pro Podcast, Ryan Smith sits down with Casey Hopkins of Southland CDC for a clear, no-fluff breakdown of the SBA 504 loan program to purchase owner-occupied real estate.\nThis conversation focuses on the core mechanics and decision points business owners need to understand before buying owner-occupied commercial real estate—from eligibility and structure to timing, rates, and prepayment strategy.\nIf you’re considering buying your building, this episode will help you avoid costly mistakes and make informed decisions.\nIf you liked this content, let's connect on social media:\nIf you liked this content, let's connect on social media:\nInstagram: https://instagram.com/mysbapro\nTwitter: https://twitter.com/mysbapro\nLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/ryanpatryck\nKey Chapters:\n00:00 - Introduction\n01:22 - Casey's Background\n04:30 - 504 Overview\n05:52 - Loan Structure\n08:13 - Property Types\n10:15 - Eligibility\n11:21 - Occupancy Rule\n16:59 - Application Process\n19:54 - Timing Strategy\n22:27 - SBA Review\n29:32 - Screen Outs\n34:55 - Loan Limits\n42:47 - Prepayment Rules\n54:19 - Best Timing\nMore Subject Matter Experts Playlist\nhttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1...\n⁠More ThinkSBA Resources\n⁠https://calendly.com/thinksba - Schedule Call\nhttps://g.page/thinksba - Google Business Page & Reviews\nhttps://thinksba.com/faq - Frequently Asked Questions\nhttps://mysbaloanpro.com⁠ - My SBA Loan Pro Podcast\nhttp://youtube.com/@thinksba - YouTube Channel","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/UZlGYkkzL4RLln3ajzHvPE8F5Le7c_odayThH46glvs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kMmM0/ZGQxYmNlMTdlZDgw/YzhlYWNiNDUyM2Uw/ZTk4ZC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}