Commercial Lenders in Illinois

WILMINGTON, NC

One of the nation's top SBA 7(a) lenders, specializing in lending to small businesses across healthcare, veterinary, beverage, self-storage, and other industries. Offers SBA loans, USDA loans, conventional business loans, and commercial real estate financing.

COLUMBUS, OH

Major regional bank and consistently one of the top SBA lenders in the country by number of loans. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans alongside conventional business lending, commercial real estate, and treasury management services.

Miami, FL

Technology-driven SBA preferred lender providing 7(a) loans to small and medium-sized businesses nationwide. Part of Newtek Business Services Corp, offering integrated business solutions including lending, payments, and technology services.

Cincinnati, OH

Fifth-largest commercial bank in the U.S. and a top SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, conventional commercial lending, commercial real estate, and a full suite of business banking products.

SALT LAKE CITY, UT

Industrial bank and top SBA preferred lender headquartered in Salt Lake City. Specializes in SBA 7(a) lending for business acquisitions, partner buyouts, commercial real estate, and working capital. Also offers USDA business loans.

Laguna Hills, CA

Non-bank SBA preferred lender specializing in SBA 7(a) loans for commercial real estate acquisition and refinancing. Focuses on owner-occupied commercial properties with loans up to $5 million.

BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ

Non-bank SBA preferred lender offering SBA 7(a) and 504 loans nationwide. Specializes in commercial real estate, business acquisition, and expansion financing for small businesses. Known for fast closings and flexible underwriting.

LOS ANGELES, CA

One of the largest Korean-American banks in the U.S. and a top SBA 7(a) lender. Offers commercial real estate loans, SBA lending, trade finance, and full-service commercial banking with branches across major metro areas.

LAS VEGAS, NV

Fast-growing community bank based in Las Vegas and a top SBA preferred lender. Specializes in SBA 7(a) loans for hospitality, gas stations, convenience stores, and commercial real estate acquisition.

Sioux Falls, SD

One of the largest banks in the U.S. and a major SBA preferred lender. Offers the full range of SBA programs including 7(a) and 504 loans, alongside conventional commercial lending, commercial real estate, and equipment financing.

FISHERS, IN

Nation's first state-chartered, FDIC-insured internet bank and a top SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) loans, conventional commercial lending, franchise financing, and healthcare practice loans nationwide.

Osage Beach, MO

Community bank based at the Lake of the Ozarks and a top SBA 7(a) preferred lender. Specializes in SBA lending for business acquisitions, commercial real estate, and partner buyouts. Known for lending to franchises and hospitality businesses.

DE GRAFF, OH

Community bank and SBA preferred lender based in Ohio. Specializes in SBA 7(a) loans for small businesses, including business acquisitions, commercial real estate, and working capital financing.

CINCINNATI, OH

Major regional bank and SBA preferred lender with operations across the Midwest and Southeast. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, conventional commercial lending, equipment financing, and commercial real estate loans.

CHICAGO, IL

Chicago-based bank and one of the top SBA 7(a) lenders in the Midwest. Provides SBA loans, commercial real estate financing, equipment loans, and government-guaranteed lending for small and mid-sized businesses.

New York, NY

Non-bank SBA preferred lender specializing in high-value SBA 7(a) loans for commercial real estate and business acquisitions. Focuses on larger SBA transactions with an average deal size well above industry norms.

Charlotte, NC

One of the largest banks in the world and an SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) loans, conventional business lending, commercial real estate, lines of credit, equipment financing, and comprehensive treasury management.

TUPELO, MS

Regional bank serving the Southeast and Texas, and an active SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, commercial real estate lending, equipment financing, and full-service business banking.

Columbus, OH

The largest bank in the U.S. and an SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) loans, conventional business lending, commercial real estate, lines of credit, and comprehensive financial services for businesses of all sizes.

ELIZABETHTON, TN

Regional bank based in Tennessee and an SBA preferred lender. Provides SBA 7(a) loans, conventional commercial lending, and business banking services to small and medium-sized businesses in the Southeast.

Northbrook, IL

Technology-driven SBA lender operating through the SmartBiz platform. Offers streamlined SBA 7(a) loans with a fast online application process, serving small businesses nationwide with loans for working capital, debt refinancing, and commercial real estate.

LAGRANGE, GA

Community bank in West Georgia and a top SBA 7(a) preferred lender. Specializes in SBA lending for business acquisitions and commercial real estate with a focus on hospitality and franchise businesses.

SALT LAKE CITY, UT

Major Western U.S. bank and SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, conventional commercial lending, commercial real estate, equipment financing, and agricultural lending across the Mountain West.

EVANSVILLE, IN

Midwest-based regional bank and SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) loans, conventional commercial lending, commercial real estate financing, treasury management, and wealth management for small and mid-sized businesses.

Springfield, IL

Illinois-based Certified Development Company (CDC) specializing in SBA 504 loans. Helps small businesses acquire commercial real estate and major equipment with long-term, below-market fixed-rate financing.

New Canaan, CT

Connecticut-based community bank and SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) loans, conventional commercial lending, commercial real estate financing, and business banking services in the New England region.

Greenville, SC

Regional bank serving the Southeast and an SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, conventional commercial lending, commercial real estate, equipment financing, and comprehensive business banking.

Irving, TX

Non-bank SBA preferred lender specializing exclusively in SBA 7(a) loans for commercial real estate acquisition. Focuses on hotel, gas station, and convenience store financing with a streamlined approval process.

Los Angeles, CA

CDFI and SBA community advantage lender focused on providing responsible lending to small businesses in underserved communities. Offers SBA 7(a) loans, microloans, and commercial real estate financing with a focus on minority and women-owned businesses.

Warwick, RI

Rhode Island-based community bank and SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) loans for business acquisitions and commercial real estate, with a focus on hospitality and franchise financing in the Northeast.