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SBA 504 Loans in South Dakota

Browse 6 lenders offering sba 504 loans in South Dakota. Compare rates, requirements, and loan programs — then connect directly.

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

SBA 504 Lenders in South Dakota

6 lenders offering sba 504 loans to borrowers in South Dakota.

About SBA 504 Loans in South Dakota

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

South Dakota Market Overview

South Dakota's business-friendly environment, with no state income tax and minimal regulation, has attracted financial services companies, particularly credit card operations. Sioux Falls has emerged as a growing regional commercial center.

South Dakota imposes no state income tax, corporate income tax, or business inventory tax, creating an exceptionally favorable environment for CRE-related business operations. The state's trust-friendly laws have attracted significant wealth management and financial services operations to Sioux Falls, driving demand for Class A office space in a relatively small market. CRE lenders should note that South Dakota's judicial foreclosure process can take 6 to 12 months, but the state does not provide a statutory right of redemption after judicial sale, giving lenders more certainty on recovery timelines.

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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