SBA may conduct reviews and examinations of SBA Lenders and Intermediaries on a periodic basis. SBA may consider, but is not limited to, the following factors in determining frequency:

(a) Results of monitoring, including an SBA Lender's or Intermediary's Risk Rating;

(b) SBA loan portfolio size;

(c) Previous review or examination findings;

(d) Responsiveness in correcting deficiencies noted in prior reviews or examinations; and

(e) Such other risk-related information as SBA, in its discretion, determines to be appropriate.

[73 FR 75519, Dec. 11, 2008, as amended at 82 FR 39504, Aug. 21, 2017; 85 FR 14781, Mar. 16, 2020]