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SBA 504 Loans in Atlanta, GA

Find lenders offering sba 504 loans in the Atlanta, including Marietta, Sandy Springs, Roswell, and surrounding areas. Compare rates, terms, and programs from 25 lenders.

Lenders
25
Typical Rate
Below market (CDC portion ~5-6%)
Down Payment
10%
Term
10-25 years
Closing Time
45-90 days

Which SBA 504 lenders serve Atlanta?

25 lenders offering sba 504 loans in the Atlanta, GA area.

Capital Partners Certified Development Company

Local SBA

Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, Georgia-based Certified Development Company partnering with the SBA and lending institutions to provide 504 loans. Helps small businesses in Georgia purchase commercial real estate through the SBA 504 program.

11 SBA loans
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Small Business Access Partners, Inc.

Local SBA

Gainesville, GA

10 SBA loans
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Georgia Certified Development Corporation

Local SBA

Atlanta, GA

3 SBA loans
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Small Business Assistance Corporation

Local SBA

Savannah, GA

2 SBA loans
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Coastal Area District Development Authority, Inc.

Local SBA

Brunswick, GA

1 SBA loans
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Live Oak Banking Company

SBA

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.

628 SBA loans
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The Huntington National Bank

SBA

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.

1337 SBA loans
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U.S. Bank, National Association

SBA

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.

846 SBA loans
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Readycap Lending, LLC

SBA

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.

563 SBA loans
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Bank of Hope

SBA

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.

134 SBA loans
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Florida Business Development Corporation

SBA

Tampa, FL

Certified Development Company (CDC) and top SBA 504 lender in Florida. Provides long-term, fixed-rate financing for major fixed assets like land, buildings, and equipment through the SBA 504 loan program.

104 SBA loans
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Wells Fargo Bank National Association

SBA

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.

220 SBA loans
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Fifth Third Bank

SBA

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.

117 SBA loans
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Byline Bank

SBA

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.

107 SBA loans
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Enterprise Bank & Trust

SBA

CLAYTON, MO

Midwest-based bank and top SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, conventional commercial lending, commercial real estate financing, and specialty lending for industries like healthcare and professional services.

63 SBA loans
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What does the Atlanta commercial real estate market look like?

Atlanta is the commercial capital of the Southeast, anchored by the world's busiest airport (Hartsfield-Jackson), 16 Fortune 500 headquarters, and a deep talent pipeline from Georgia Tech, Emory, and other major universities. The Midtown submarket has emerged as a premier tech and innovation hub, with Microsoft, Google, and Airbnb leasing significant office space, while Buckhead remains the metro's premier Class A office and luxury retail node. The I-285 perimeter and Northern suburbs — particularly Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, and Alpharetta — house major corporate campuses for UPS, Mercedes-Benz USA, and NCR (now part of Voyix). Atlanta's industrial market along I-20 West, I-85 South, and the I-285 South corridor has seen extraordinary growth in e-commerce fulfillment, with the metro ranking among the top five U.S. markets for industrial absorption.

Key Economic Drivers

  • Fortune 500 headquarters cluster including Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, and Coca-Cola
  • Midtown and West Midtown tech office corridor with Google, Microsoft, and Mailchimp
  • Hartsfield-Jackson Airport and adjacent industrial logistics complex
  • Georgia's 30% film tax credit driving sound stage and production facility development in Fayette and DeKalb counties

Market Insight

Atlanta's Westside BeltLine corridor has catalyzed over $10 billion in private investment along the 22-mile loop, transforming former railroad rights-of-way into some of the metro's most sought-after mixed-use development sites — though rising land costs along the trail now rival Midtown pricing.

How do sba 504 loans work in Atlanta, Georgia?

SBA 504 loans provide long-term, fixed-rate financing for major fixed assets like commercial real estate and heavy equipment. The loan is split between a bank (50%), a Certified Development Company (40%), and your down payment (10%), resulting in below-market rates on the CDC portion. In the Atlanta metro area, borrowers can access 25 lenders offering SBA 504 financing, including Marietta, Sandy Springs, Roswell, and surrounding areas. Loan amounts typically range from $125K to $17M with rates from Below market (CDC portion ~5-6%).

Who should consider sba 504 loans?

  • Owner-occupied commercial real estate
  • Heavy equipment purchase
  • Business expansion
  • New construction

What are the key requirements?

  • For-profit business
  • Net worth under $15M
  • Average net income under $5M (after taxes) for prior 2 years
  • 51%+ owner occupancy
  • Create or retain jobs (1 per $90,000 CDC)

Advantages

  • Only 10% down payment
  • Below-market fixed rate on CDC portion
  • Long terms (20-25 years for RE)
  • No balloon payments

Considerations

  • Must be owner-occupied (51%+ for existing, 60%+ for new construction)
  • Cannot be used for working capital
  • Longer closing timeline
  • Two closings (bank + CDC)

SBA 504 Loans in Atlanta FAQ

How many SBA 504 lenders serve Atlanta, GA?
There are 25 lenders offering sba 504 loans in the Atlanta metro area. Of these, 5 are headquartered in Georgia, including Capital Partners Certified Development Company, Small Business Access Partners, Inc., Georgia Certified Development Corporation. Loan amounts typically range from 125K to 17M with rates from Below market (CDC portion ~5-6%).
What are SBA 504 loan rates in Atlanta?
SBA 504 loan rates in Atlanta typically range from Below market (CDC portion ~5-6%), though exact rates depend on factors like your credit score, the property's cash flow, and loan-to-value ratio. Down payments usually run 10%, and closing can take 45-90 days. Compare multiple Atlanta-area lenders to find the best terms for your deal.
What is a Certified Development Company (CDC)?
CDCs are SBA-certified nonprofit organizations that partner with banks to provide the 504 loan. They handle the SBA-backed 40% portion of the financing.
Can I use SBA 504 for a rental property?
No. SBA 504 requires 51%+ owner occupancy for existing buildings. It's designed for businesses that will operate from the property.
How is the SBA 504 loan structured?
50% from a bank or lender (first lien), 40% from a CDC backed by SBA (second lien), and 10% from the borrower as down payment.

Where else can I find sba 504 loans in Georgia?

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