is the main SBA loan program, often synonymous with “SBA loans.” It supports nearly any business need, from expansion and working capital to equipment, debt refinancing, inventory, or starting a business.
Key 7(a) loan types:
Standard 7(a):Up to $5 million, terms of up to 25 years for real estate, 10 years for equipment.7(a) Small Loan:Up to $350,000; collateral required for loans over $25,000.SBA Express:Up to $500,000 with 36-hour approval.
CAPLines
support seasonal or contract-based needs, with options for seasonal expenses, construction projects, and short-term working capital.
Community Advantage
loans are issued by nonprofits for underserved businesses, offering up to $250,000 with terms up to 25 years.
The SBA 504 loan
program partners the SBA with private lenders and Certified Development Companies (CDCs) to offer long-term loans of up to $5.5 million. These loans are specifically for major investments, like real estate or large equipment purchases.
504 loans have fixed interest rates, which fluctuate based on the current market rate of five- and 10-year U.S. Treasury bonds.
SBA microloans, provided through nonprofit lenders, offer up to $50,000 with a maximum term of six years. These loans cannot be used for real estate purchases.