SBA loans · Government-backed financing

The longest terms, the lowest rates.

Government-backed financing for businesses ready to play the long game. We move fast on a process known for being slow — typical SBA closing times range from 4 to 8 weeks, subject to SBA review and underwriting.

RANGE $50K – $5M · TERMS UP TO 25 YRS · SBA 7(A) LENDER · LOWEST RATES ·  
Up to
$5M
25 yrs
$50k–$5M
Loan range
Up to 25yrs
Term length
4–8wks
Typical close time
01 — Use cases

What SBA loans do best.

SBA loans deliver the cheapest, longest-dated capital available to small business — when the use case fits. Here's where they shine.

R

Buy commercial real estate

SBA 7(a) loans can fund owner-occupied commercial real estate with up to 25-year terms and as little as 10% down.

A

Acquire a business

7(a) loans up to $5M can fund the full purchase price of a target business — including goodwill — at long-term rates.

D

Refinance high-rate debt

Roll merchant cash advances, high-rate term loans, or business credit cards into a 10-year SBA loan with prime-tier pricing.

C

Major capital expansion

Build a new facility, fund a multi-year buildout, or finance a transformation that requires patient capital.

02 — Process

SBA, but moving.

Most SBA loans take 90+ days at a generalist bank. We specialize in SBA lending and typically close files in 30 to 60 days, subject to SBA review and underwriting.

01

Pre-qualify in 24 hours

We screen your file against SBA program eligibility before underwriting begins. If the deal won't fit, you'll know on day one.

02

Underwriting + SBA review

Full underwriting + SBA submission. We manage document collection so your team doesn't drown in requests.

03

Close and fund

Typical SBA funding timelines range from 30 to 60 days from application, subject to SBA review and underwriting — versus 90+ days at most generalist banks.

03 — Requirements

What you'll need.

SBA underwriting is more rigorous than commercial term lending. Here's the floor — clear all four and you've got a fundable file.

2+ years in business

SBA requires demonstrated operating history. We typically require two complete tax-year cycles.

Profitable last 2 years

Net income or strong adjusted EBITDA on the last two tax returns. Add-backs are allowed and we know how to package them.

680+ credit score

SBA loans favor stronger credit profiles. 680 is the typical floor; 700+ unlocks the strongest pricing.

10% down on acquisitions/RE

The SBA requires equity injection on acquisition and real estate deals — typically 10% from the borrower or seller financing.

04 — Questions

The honest answers.

The questions our SBA borrowers ask most. If we missed yours, call us — we don't gatekeep information.

What can SBA 7(a) loans be used for?

Working capital, business acquisition, partner buyouts, equipment, owner-occupied commercial real estate, and refinancing of higher-cost debt. Maximum loan size is $5M; terms run up to 10 years for general use and up to 25 years for real estate.

Do I need a down payment?

For working capital and refinance, often no. For business acquisition and commercial real estate, yes — typically 10% from borrower equity, though seller carry-back can count.

Will I have to personally guarantee?

Yes. The SBA requires a personal guarantee from any owner with 20% or more of the business. There's no way around it.

Why do most SBA loans take 90+ days?

Because most banks treat SBA as a sideline. We specialize in SBA lending, so document requests come in batches, not drips, and underwriting moves in parallel.

05 — Other options

Or explore another path.

An SBA loan isn't always the right fit — the timeline and documentation aren't for every situation. Here's the rest of our menu.

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