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Whatever your small business needs – start-up, real estate, debt refinance, expansion or inventory – Arizona Financial offers small business owners access to federally backed and guaranteed financing at competitive rates.

SBA 7(a)
SBA 504

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#1 SBA Lender in Arizona!1

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SBA Loans are designed specifically for small businesses. As an SBA Preferred Lending Partner, we can help you meet your business needs with flexible payment terms and lower interest rates. This loan is most suitable for:

  • Borrowers looking to start, acquire or expand a small business
  • Small businesses wanting to gain more working capital, inventory or debt refinance
  • Small businesses who need financing for real estate
  • Borrowers undergoing change of ownership (business acquisition/partner buyout) 

1 Based on Ranking Arizona's marketplace survey for 2022-23

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SBA Loan Options

Arizona Financial is an SBA Preferred Lending Partner. We've worked hard to meet the strict criteria of being a preferred lender, and now have the highest preference that the Small Business Administration gives lenders. What this means for you is a more streamlined processes and quicker decisions to get access to the money you need.

Speak with an SBA lending specialist to learn more.

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SBA 7(a)

SBA's most common loan program for borrowers looking to start, acquire, or expand a small business. Key features include:

  • Minimal equity requirements
  • No minimum collateral requirements
  • Minimal repayment penalties
SBA 504

For a small business that needs long-term fixed-rate financing for real estate. Key features for this type of loan:

  • Max 90% leverage (less for startup and/or special use)
  • Longer term prepayment penalties
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Explore SBA 7(a) Loans

For borrowers looking to start, acquire or expand a small business with these loan types:

  • Real Estate Acquisition & Refinancing
  • Business Debt Refinancing
  • Business Acquisitions & Partner Buyouts
  • Equipment Financing
  • Business Expansion/Working Capital
  • Mixed-Use Financing

Maximum loan size is $5 million with maturity between 10 and 25 years (matches use of proceeds) and no balloon payments.

Learn more about the SBA 7(a) Loan process by speaking with a lending expert—meet in person or by video appointment. 

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Requirements for SBA 7(a) Loan

Some of the requirements to be eligible for 7(a) loan assistance, businesses must:

  • Operate for profit and be considered a small business, as defined by SBA
  • Use alternative financial resources, including personal assets, before seeking financial assistance
  • Be able to demonstrate a need for a loan
    and use the funds for a sound business purpose

Contact us to see if you qualify for a SBA 7(a) Loan. 

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Explore SBA 504 Loans

For small businesses that need financing for real estate. The maximum loan size is:

  • $1.8 Million | Non-multi-use properties
  • Maximum loan amount $5.4 Million | Multi-use properties 
  • Certain eligible energy-efficient or manufacturing projects may qualify for up to $5.5 Million

Maturity for the first deed of trust loan is amortized over 25 years and up to 25 years on the second deed of trust loan.

The SBA 504 Loan offers 5-year fixed interest rates with recourse to any 20% or more owner.

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Requirements for SBA 504 Loan

To be eligible for a 504 loan, your business must:

  • Operate as a for-profit company in the United States or its possessions
  • Have a tangible net worth of less than $15 million
  • Have an average net income of less than $5 million after federal income taxes for the two years preceding your application

For additional information on eligibility criteria and loan application requirements, schedule an appointment with one of our lending specialists.

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From start to finish, our local experts will answer any questions, guide you through the process, and create an experience for you that is both fast and seamless. Our local team knows what to expect and how to get the job done right!  Get Started!

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