SBA Loans

The SBA’s flagship program, a 7(a) loan can be used to achieve short and long term financing goals. This program is preferred by many business owners for its lower cash requirements and longer amortizations.

The 7(a) loan may be used for a wide variety of purposes, including:

• OWNER-OCCUPIED REAL ESTATE AND PURCHASE, REFINANCE AND CONSTRUCTION

• BUSINESS ACQUISITION

• BUSINESS STARTUP

• EQUIPMENT PURCHASES

• DEBT REFINANCE

• WORKING CAPITAL

• INVENTORY

• TENANT IMPROVEMENT

• PARTNER BUYOUT

Maximum loan size up to $5 million. SBA loan guarantee of $3.75 million.

The SBA 7(a) program offers terms up to 10 years. If combined with real estate, this may be up to 25 years.

The SBA 7(a) Commercial Real Estate Loan offers terms up to 25 years.

Fixed rate option available, or variable rates based on The Wall Street Journal Prime Rate.

Ideal for new and existing small businesses seeking to bolster their working capital.

The SBA Express Line of Credit may be used for:

• WORKING CAPITAL

Maximum of $350,000.

This is a 5-year revolving line of credit. At the end of 5 years, the balance becomes a loan with a 5-year term.

Variable rates based on The Wall Street Journal Prime Rate.

The 504 program is often used when a business anticipates creating new jobs as a result of the project financed. It’s also often a good fit for businesses who are looking to acquire fixed assets such as land, building or equipment.

A 504 loan offers financing through Bremer Bank (50%) and a Certified Development Company (40%), with 10% required of the borrower.

The SBA 504 Loan may be used for:

• LAND

• BUILDING PURCHASE, CONSTRUCTION OR RENOVATION

• LONG-TERM MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT

Loan amounts range from $150,000 to $15 million.

Up to 25 years.

A negotiated fixed or variable rate through Bremer Bank. SBA offers a below-market fixed-interest payment.