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SBA 504 Loans in Minnesota

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MN Lenders
15
Typical Rate
Below market (CDC portion ~5-6%)
Down Payment
10%
Term
10-25 years
Closing Time
45-90 days

SBA 504 Lenders in Minnesota

15 lenders offering sba 504 loans to borrowers in Minnesota.

Live Oak Banking Company

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 SBA Verified
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The Huntington National Bank

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 SBA Verified
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U.S. Bank, National Association

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 SBA Verified
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Readycap Lending, LLC

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 SBA Verified
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Wells Fargo Bank National Association

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 SBA Verified
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Byline Bank

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 SBA Verified
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KeyBank National Association

CLEVELAND, 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.

150 SBA loans SBA Verified
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WBD, Inc.

Madison, WI

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

34 SBA loans SBA Verified
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East West Bank

PASADENA, CA

One of the largest independent banks focused on the U.S. and Greater China markets. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, commercial real estate, trade finance, and international banking for businesses with cross-border needs.

47 SBA loans SBA Verified
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Minnesota Business Finance Corporation

St. Cloud, MN

St. Cloud, Minnesota-based Certified Development Company specializing in SBA 504 loans. Provides long-term, fixed-rate financing for small businesses in Minnesota to acquire real estate and equipment.

26 SBA loans SBA Verified
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Wells Fargo

San Francisco, CA

Top commercial real estate lender. CMBS, balance sheet, agency, and SBA lending across all property types.

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CDC Small Business Finance Corp.

San Diego, CA

81 SBA loans SBA Verified
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Twin Cities-Metro Certified Development Company

Vadnais Heights, MN

15 SBA loans SBA Verified
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Amplio Economic Development Corporation

Arden Hills, MN

6 SBA loans SBA Verified
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Dakota Business Lending

Fargo, ND

11 SBA loans SBA Verified
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About SBA 504 Loans in Minnesota

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 Minnesota, 15 lenders currently offer SBA 504 financing with loan amounts from $125K to $17M and rates typically ranging from Below market (CDC portion ~5-6%).

Minnesota Market Overview

Minnesota is home to 16 Fortune 500 companies, giving the Twin Cities metro a diversified corporate base. The state's strong healthcare, financial services, and retail sectors provide stable demand across multiple CRE asset classes.

Minnesota's non-judicial foreclosure process includes a 6-month redemption period for commercial properties (12 months for agricultural land), which extends the timeline for lenders to realize recoveries on distressed assets. The state's Fiscal Disparities program in the Twin Cities metro shares 40% of commercial-industrial tax base growth across the region, which reduces tax rate volatility for CRE investors. Minnesota's Green Acres and similar programs primarily benefit agricultural land, but the boundary between agricultural and commercial use in suburban fringe areas creates opportunities for transitional CRE development.

Who Should Consider SBA 504 Loans?

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

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)

Pros and Cons

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 FAQ

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.

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