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SBA 504 Loans in Billings, MT

Find lenders offering sba 504 loans in the Billings, including Laurel, Lockwood, and surrounding areas. Compare rates, terms, and programs from 10 lenders.

Lenders
10
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 Billings?

10 lenders offering sba 504 loans in the Billings, MT area.

Big Sky Economic Development Corporation

Local SBA

Billings, MT

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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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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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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Zions Bank, A Division of

SBA

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.

256 SBA loans
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Capital Matrix, Inc.

SBA

Boise, ID

Boise, Idaho-based nonprofit Certified Development Company administering SBA 504 loans since 1983. Has provided over $600 million in financing to more than 1,600 companies across Idaho and the Pacific Northwest.

23 SBA loans
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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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Dakota Business Lending

SBA

Fargo, ND

11 SBA loans
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What does the Billings commercial real estate market look like?

Billings is Montana's largest city and the primary trade center for a vast region spanning eastern Montana, northern Wyoming, and western North and South Dakota. The commercial real estate market is driven by energy-sector services, healthcare, and agriculture-related businesses, with office demand concentrated along the North 27th Street corridor and in the downtown core along Broadway. The Heights neighborhood and West End along Grand Avenue and King Avenue West have seen the most new retail and hospitality construction. As the region's medical hub, Billings' two major hospital campuses generate steady demand for medical office buildings and associated clinical space.

Key Economic Drivers

  • Billings Clinic and St. Vincent Healthcare (SCL Health) regional hospital campuses
  • Energy-sector service companies supporting Bakken and Powder River Basin operations
  • Regional trade hub for agriculture and ranching operations across a 500-mile radius
  • Yellowstone County's role as Montana's most populous county driving residential-adjacent commercial growth

Market Insight

Montana has no state sales tax, giving Billings a retail draw advantage that attracts shoppers from surrounding states — particularly Wyoming — and supports higher retail sales per capita than would be expected for a city of its size.

How do sba 504 loans work in Billings, Montana?

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 Billings metro area, borrowers can access 10 lenders offering SBA 504 financing, including Laurel, Lockwood, 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 Billings FAQ

How many SBA 504 lenders serve Billings, MT?
There are 10 lenders offering sba 504 loans in the Billings metro area. Of these, 1 is headquartered in Montana, including Big Sky Economic 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 Billings?
SBA 504 loan rates in Billings 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 Billings-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 Montana?

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