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SBA 504 Loans

Long-term, fixed-rate financing for commercial real estate and major equipment purchases with low down payments and competitive terms.

SBA 504 loan consultation

Up to $5.5 Million

Maximum project amount

10-20 Years

Fixed rate terms

10% Down

Low equity injection

SBA 504 Loan Features

Up to $5.5 million in financing
Fixed interest rates for 10 or 20 years
Only 10% down payment required
90% financing available
SBA guarantees 40% of the loan
Bank provides 50% conventional financing
Borrower contributes 10% equity
No prepayment penalties

Eligible Uses

Real estate acquisition
New construction
Renovation and improvements
Long-term machinery and equipment
Owner-occupied commercial properties
Manufacturing facilities
Warehouses and distribution centers
Office buildings

How SBA 504 Financing Works

SBA 504 loans use a unique three-part financing structure that provides favorable terms and low down payments.

50%

Bank Loan

A conventional bank loan covers 50% of the project cost with competitive market rates.

40%

SBA Debenture

SBA provides 40% through a fixed-rate debenture with below-market rates.

10%

Down Payment

Borrower contributes only 10% equity, making real estate more accessible.

Eligible Property Types

SBA 504 loans can be used for a wide variety of commercial real estate properties.

Office Buildings

Retail Centers

Warehouses

Manufacturing Facilities

Mixed-Use Properties

Hotels & Motels

Gas Stations

Car Washes

SBA 504 Qualification Requirements

Understanding the requirements helps ensure your project qualifies for SBA 504 financing.

Business Size

Must meet SBA size standards and have a tangible net worth under $15 million

Owner Occupancy

Must occupy at least 51% of the property for existing buildings

Job Creation

Must create or retain 1 job per $75,000 of SBA financing

Equity Injection

10% equity required from business owner

SBA 504 Application Process

Our experienced team guides you through every step of the SBA 504 process.

01

Pre-qualification

Initial review of your project and qualifications

02

Documentation

Gather required business and project documentation

03

SBA & Bank Approval

Simultaneous review by SBA and bank partner

04

Closing & Funding

Close both loans and receive project funding

Ready to Finance Your Commercial Real Estate?

Take advantage of SBA 504's fixed rates and low down payment to acquire your commercial property.