Funding Before Formation

Awards dated before the business was legally formed

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Total Amount at Risk

Avg Days Before Formation

Critical Fraud Indicator

A business receiving government funds before it legally exists is a serious red flag. This could indicate backdated paperwork, identity fraud, or fictitious entities. Formation dates come from Ohio Secretary of State records.

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Recipient	Formation	First Award	Gap	Awards	Amount	Severity

Formation dates from Ohio Secretary of State. Award dates from USAspending.gov, SBA, and Ohio Checkbook.