A small infection became a severe bone issue. A small lesion raised concern for cancer.

Small doesn’t mean insignificant.

In underwriting — and in life — the small details matter. They either compound positively or negatively.

Charlotte taught me to pay attention early.

The lenders who excel in SBA work understand nuance. They don’t dismiss small irregularities. They investigate.

Small doesn’t mean harmless. Small also doesn’t mean unworthy.