SBA 7(a)

Government-backed, up to $5M.

The SBA's flagship program, structured with the industry's most favorable rates and longest terms available to small business.

Amount
$100k – $5.0M
Term
60–300 months
Rate range
7.95% – 11.95%
Overview

How it works

SBA 7(a) loans are partially guaranteed by the U.S. Small Business Administration, which lets us extend better rates and longer terms than a comparable conventional loan. Documentation is heavier and approval takes longer — but the resulting terms are worth it for qualified borrowers.

Best used for
  • Acquiring an existing business
  • Owner-occupied commercial real estate
  • Long-term working capital
  • Consolidating higher-cost business debt
  • Major equipment and build-outs
Underwriting minimums
24+ months in business
Demonstrated cash flow (DSCR ≥ 1.15)
680+ personal FICO
Collateral typically required over $350k
Personal guarantee from 20%+ owners

Minimums are guidance, not automatic disqualifiers. Underwriters weigh the full file.

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Model this loan

Loan amount
$1,500,000
$100k$5.0M
Term
120 months
60 mo300 mo
Rate (APR)
9.95%
Estimated monthly payment
$19,781
Principal & interest, fixed rate
Total interest
$873,732
Total paid
$2,373,732