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Buy, Build & Expand with an SBA Loan

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SBA Lending

ConnectOne is an SBA-preferred lender.

Our SBA experts are here to guide you down the path of success! At ConnectOne Bank, we understand and commit to simple, honest lending to help you build your business.

SBA loans are business loans provided by ConnectOne Bank and guaranteed by the SBA. ConnectOne Bank can provide SBA loans up to $5,000,000 or more.

As part of the Small Business Administration (SBA) Preferred Lender Program (PLP), your loan with ConnectOne is typically approved three to four weeks faster than with non-PLP lenders meaning we can get capital in your hands faster.

Our SBA Experts will guide you through ConnectOne’s digital SBA Loan application process to seamlessly advance your financing request through the lending process.

The ConnectOne Difference

Accessible financing solutions for your small business.
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Acquisition & Expansions
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Real Estate & Construction
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Partner Buy-Out
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Working Capital
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Debt Refinancing

Types of Loans We Offer

Getting you to the solution that works for your business.

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SBA 7(a)​​ Loan

Used for commercial real estate purchases, renovations, new construction, leasehold improvements, business acquisitions, partner buy-outs, business expansions, equipment purchases, franchise financing, debt refinance and working capital.

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SBA 504 Loan

An Economic Development loan used to purchase an owner occupied commercial building with as little as a 10% down payment. The loan proceeds may be used to purchase or remodel an existing building or to construct a new facility.

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Benefits of the SBA

SBA loans have great advantages over conventional loans, including longer repayment terms, which means lower monthly payments.

The ConnectOne Bank SBA product suite offers several advantages that traditional bank financing normally cannot offer, including:

  • Lower Down Payments: As little as 10% equity injection of the project cost required for a business acquisition or commercial
    real estate purchase
  • Longer Fully Amortizing Loan Terms: No Balloon Payments (25 years for Real Estate, 10 years for
    most other use of proceeds including for Business Acquisition and Working capital)
  • No prepayment penalty or limited 3 Year prepayment penalty schedule on commercial real
    estate
  • SBA loans don't always require full collateralization
  • Flexible use of loan funds which can include multiple uses of proceeds in one loan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SBA Lending?

SBA Lending is a partnership between the US Small Business Administration and certain banks to enable small businesses to access the capital they need to grow and succeed.

What do I need to apply for an SBA loan?
  • Loan request amount and detailed allocation of funds
  • Year-to-date profit and loss (P&L) statement and balance sheet
  • Projected financials (one to three years)
  • Business tax returns (last two years)
  • Personal tax returns (last two years)
  • Personal financial statement
  • Owner resumes

How do I know if an SBA loan is right for me?
  • If you are a startup with previous business experience
  • If you are a for-profit business (with time in business above 2 years)
  • If the business owner's personal credit score is good
  • The business must be U.S. based and owned by U.S. citizen or Lawful
  • Permanent resident who is at least 21 years old
  • If there are no outstanding tax liens
  • No bankruptcies or foreclosures in the past 3 years
  • No recent charge-offs or settlements
  • Current on government-related loans

What are the benefits of an SBA-guaranteed loan?

The benefits of an SBA-guaranteed loan are:

  • SBA loans can have great advantages over conventional loans, including longer repayment terms which means lower monthly payments and lower down payments which makes upfront costs more affordable.
  • Minimum down payment for real estate is 10% and all other loans are 20%.

Still have more questions? Visit our FAQ page.

All loans subject to credit approval and program guidelines. SBA loans are subject to SBA eligibility guidelines. Certain restrictions apply to refinancing options are subject to program terms. Refinances of existing SBA loans are excluded.

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