What is a SBA Loan?
A Small Business Administration Loan (“SBA Loan”) is a small business loan program administered by the Small Business Administration and is partially guaranteed by the government. This program works with other financial institutions to help give small businesses access to working capital that has longer terms and lower interest rates. Most businesses seeking working capital to purchase inventory, operate or expand a business can benefit from a SBA Loan.
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Is a SBA Loan ideal for my business?
Many companies have business needs such as expanding in technology or location, payroll needs, new marketing endeavors, which require access to working capital that have longer terms and lower interest rates. SBA Loan amounts typically range from $500 to $5.5 million dollars upon approval. Due to the fact that an SBA Loan is partially guaranteed by the government, it helps reduce the lender’s risks, which allows for the lower rates and longer terms.
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Loan amount from $5,000 -$2,000,000
How To Apply
Prequalify Online
Same Day Approval
Get Funded
To get prequalified, follow the "Apply Now" button and submit some basic business information.
After your submission has been processed by the underwriting team, we will reach out to discuss the options you qualify for.
Upon approval and accepting the offer, funds are deposited directly into your business bank account so you can use the money immediately.
Qualifying Criteria
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650+ personal credit score
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2+ years in business
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The business owner must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
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Must not have outstanding tax liens
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No bankruptcies or foreclosures in the last 3 years
Documentation Required
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Signed one page funding application
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Business mortgage statement (if you own); business lease agreement (if you rent)
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3-5 most recent business bank statements
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Business tax return (not all cases)
SBA Loan: Advantages and Disadvantages
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SBA loans are typically more affordable than the majority of alternative financing and alternative lender options.
Pros
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Government-backed and offer lower APRs and longer repayment periods
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SBA programs offer both small and large funding amounts for optimal coverage
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Businesses denied could qualify
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With large loan amounts and low SBA loan rates, these small business loans can be ideal for growth initiatives.
Cons
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SBA loan applications are more strict and time-consuming than applications for other term loans or working capital products.
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The borrower may be required to make a down payment
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Collateral may be required and low-credit applicants may not be approved.
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Time to receive funds is slower which means that SBA financing may not be a good fit for certain business needs.