Commercial Lenders in Maine
Browse 112 lenders serving Maine across DSCR, SBA, bridge, construction, hard money, and more.
Maine Lenders by Loan Type
DSCR Loans
7.0% - 9.5% · 20-25% downSBA 7(a) Loans
Prime + 1.5% to 3.75% · 10-20% downSBA 504 Loans
Below market (CDC portion ~5-6%) · 10% downBridge Loans
8% - 12% · 20-30% downConstruction Loans
7% - 10% · 20-35% downCommercial Mortgage
6% - 8% · 20-30% downHard Money Loans
10% - 15% · 25-40% downCMBS Loans
5.5% - 8% · 25-35% downMezzanine Loans
10% - 18% · Reduces equity to 5-15% total downUSDA Business Loans
Variable or fixed, competitive · 10-20% downNon-QM Loans
6.5% - 10% · 10-25% downAll Maine Lenders
112 commercial lenders serving Maine.
Live Oak Banking Company
SBAWILMINGTON, 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.
The Huntington National Bank
SBACOLUMBUS, 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.
Newtek Bank, National Association
SBAMiami, 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.
Celtic Bank Corporation
SBASALT 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.
Readycap Lending, LLC
SBABERKELEY 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.
United Midwest Savings Bank National Association
SBADE 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.
Byline Bank
SBACHICAGO, 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.
TD Bank, National Association
SBAWILMINGTON, DE
One of the 10 largest banks in the U.S. and a major SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) and Express loans, conventional business lending, commercial real estate, and treasury management services across the eastern U.S.
Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company
SBABUFFALO, NY
M&T Bank is a major regional bank and one of the top SBA lenders by loan count in the Northeast. Offers SBA 7(a), Express, and 504 loans alongside a full range of commercial banking, commercial real estate, and small business products.
Pathward National Association
SBASIOUX FALLS, SD
Technology-forward financial institution and SBA preferred lender. Specializes in SBA 7(a) loans, warehouse lending, and commercial finance solutions. Known for serving underbanked markets and fintech partnerships.
CenTrust Bank, A Division of SmartBiz Bank National Associat
SBANorthbrook, 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.
KeyBank National Association
SBACLEVELAND, OH
Major regional bank and SBA preferred lender with nationwide commercial banking operations. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, conventional business lending, commercial real estate, equipment finance, and capital markets services.
VelocitySBA, LLC
SBAIrving, 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.
Shoreham Bank
SBAWarwick, 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.
Granite State Economic Development Corporation
SBAPortsmouth, NH
Portsmouth, New Hampshire-based nonprofit Certified Development Company providing SBA 504 loans since 1982. Serves small businesses across New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Massachusetts.
A&D Mortgage
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Wholesale non-QM lender. DSCR loans with 0 minimum DSCR, 80% max LTV, min FICO 620.
Acore Capital
New York, NY
Commercial real estate finance company providing bridge, mezzanine, and preferred equity. $20B+ in originations. Institutional-quality deals.
Anchor Loans
Thousand Oaks, CA
One of the largest hard money lenders in the US. Fix-and-flip, bridge, and rental loans. Fast closings with competitive terms for experienced investors.
Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions
Atlanta, GA
Major non-QM and DSCR lender. Investor cash flow loans up to $1.5M. 40-year terms with interest-only options. No limit on properties.
Arbor Realty Trust
Uniondale, NY
Major CRE lender and REIT. Bridge, permanent, and agency financing. Specializes in multifamily and commercial properties.
Athas Capital Group
CA
Wholesale non-QM lender offering bank statement, DSCR, asset qualifier, and foreign national programs.
Bank of America
Charlotte, NC
One of the largest US banks. Commercial real estate lending, construction financing, and SBA loans through nationwide branch network.
Barclays
New York, NY
Active CMBS conduit originator. Commercial mortgage-backed securities for large CRE deals.
Berkadia
Ambler, PA
Joint venture of Berkshire Hathaway and Jefferies. Commercial mortgage banking, investment sales, and servicing.
Broadmark Realty Capital
Seattle, WA
Private real estate lender offering bridge, construction, and land loans. Now part of Ready Capital. Loans from $500K to $25M+.
Carrington Mortgage Services
Anaheim, CA
Non-QM specialist accepting credit scores as low as 500-550. Programs for borrowers with recent bankruptcy, foreclosure, or non-traditional income. Government and conventional loans too.
CBRE Capital Markets
Dallas, TX
Global CRE services and capital markets. Arranges debt and equity for all commercial property types.
Citigroup
New York, NY
Major CMBS conduit originator. Commercial mortgage lending for institutional-quality properties.
Civic Financial Services
Redondo Beach, CA
Private money lender for residential investment properties. Bridge and DSCR rental loans. Subsidiary of Pacific Western Bank.
Constitution Lending
NJ
Hard money lender focused on new investors. Fix-and-flip and bridge loans with 9.5-12% rates. No experience required. Up to 90% LTV for renovation.
Commercial Lending in Maine
Maine's economy has diversified beyond traditional industries, with Portland emerging as a nationally recognized food, beverage, and creative economy hub. Healthcare and tourism remain dominant economic drivers.
Maine's Pine Tree Development Zone program offers tax credits to qualifying businesses in targeted industries, including reduced income tax rates and property tax reimbursement for up to 10 years. The state's short building season due to harsh winters increases construction timelines and costs, which affects new CRE development feasibility. Portland's waterfront and downtown have experienced significant commercial revitalization, though development is constrained by historic preservation requirements and a building height limit that maintains the city's character while restricting supply.
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