S.C. Code Ann. § 8-13-1326 – Loans to candidates considered contributions; limitations; exceptions

(A) A loan is considered a contribution from the maker or the guarantors of the loan and is subject to the contribution limitations of this article.
(B) A loan to a candidate must be by written agreement.
(C) The proceeds of a loan made to a candidate under the following conditions are not subject to the contribution limits of this article:
1. (1) by a commercial lending institution;
2. (2) in the regular course of business;
3. (3) on the same terms ordinarily available to members of the public; and
4. (4) secured or guaranteed upon which collection is not made.