Code of Federal Regulations Title 49. Transportation § 49.22.19 Credit Criteria

(a) Character, reputation, and credit history of the applicant, its principals and owners, and all other guarantors;

(b) Experience and depth of key management in the industry;

(c) Financial strength of the business;

(d) Past earnings, projected earnings and cash flow, and work in progress;

(e) Ability to repay the loan;

(f) Sufficient equity to operate on a sound financial basis;  and

(g) Capacity to perform under the transportation-related contract(s).