About The Lender Directory
The Lender Directory is a free, transparent resource that helps commercial real estate borrowers find the right lender for their deal. We index hundreds of commercial lenders across 11 loan types and all 50 states, making it easy to compare programs, rates, and requirements without sales calls or gatekeepers.
Why We Built This
Finding the right commercial lender is surprisingly hard. The industry is fragmented — hundreds of banks, credit unions, private lenders, and specialty shops, each with different programs, markets, and sweet spots. Borrowers waste weeks sending inquiries to lenders who can't help them.
We built The Lender Directory to fix that. Browse lenders by what matters — loan type, location, property type — and connect with the ones who actually do your kind of deal.
What We Cover
- DSCR Loans — Qualify based on property income, not personal income
- SBA 7(a) Loans — The most flexible SBA program for small businesses
- SBA 504 Loans — Below-market rates for owner-occupied real estate
- Bridge Loans — Short-term financing for time-sensitive deals
- Construction Loans — Ground-up development and major renovation
- Hard Money Loans — Asset-based lending when speed matters most
- CMBS Loans — Non-recourse financing for larger stabilized properties
- Commercial Mortgages — Traditional long-term financing
- And more — see all loan types
Our Data
Our lender database combines official government data (SBA.gov lender activity reports) with curated profiles of private lenders, bridge lenders, and specialty shops. Every SBA-verified lender includes actual approval volume and dollar amounts. We're continuously adding lenders and enriching profiles.
How We Make Money
The Lender Directory is free for borrowers. We don't charge to list, browse, or get matched. No paywalls, no hidden fees.
Free Tools
- Lender Matching Quiz — Get matched with lenders in 60 seconds
- DSCR Calculator — Calculate your debt service coverage ratio instantly
- Educational Guides — Practical guides on every loan type
Ready to Find Your Lender?
Answer a few questions about your deal and get matched with lenders who fit.
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