SBA 7(a) Loans in North Dakota
Browse 21 lenders offering sba 7(a) loans in North Dakota. Compare rates, requirements, and loan programs — then connect directly.
SBA 7(a) Lenders in North Dakota
21 lenders offering sba 7(a) loans to borrowers in North Dakota.
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.
Newtek Bank, National Association
Miami, 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.
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.
Celtic Bank Corporation
SALT 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
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.
United Midwest Savings Bank National Association
DE 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.
CenTrust Bank, A Division of SmartBiz Bank National Associat
Northbrook, 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.
Colony Bank
FITZGERALD, GA
Georgia-based community bank offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, and small business banking. Serves businesses throughout Georgia with relationship-focused lending.
Bell Bank
Fargo, ND
Fargo, North Dakota-based bank and one of the largest independently owned banks in the nation. Offers SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, equipment financing, and business banking across the Upper Midwest and Arizona.
BankVista
SARTELL, MN
Sartell, Minnesota-based community bank offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, and business banking. Serves small businesses across central Minnesota with personalized lending.
Everwise Credit Union
SOUTH BEND, IN
South Bend, Indiana-based credit union offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, and business banking with credit union rates. Serves members throughout Indiana.
Bank of America
Charlotte, NC
One of the largest US banks. Commercial real estate lending, construction financing, and SBA loans through nationwide branch network.
Ready Capital
New York, NY
Nationwide commercial lender offering bridge, permanent, and SBA loans. Specializes in small to mid-balance CRE loans ($1M-$35M).
TD Bank
Cherry Hill, NJ
Top-10 US bank with commercial real estate and SBA lending. Investor-friendly with quick approvals. Strong in eastern US markets.
US Bank
Minneapolis, MN
Fifth-largest US bank. CRE lending including construction, permanent, and SBA loans. Strong in multifamily and affordable housing.
Wells Fargo
San Francisco, CA
Top commercial real estate lender. CMBS, balance sheet, agency, and SBA lending across all property types.
Alerus Financial, National Association
GRAND FORKS, ND
Choice Financial Group
FARGO, ND
First Western Bank & Trust
MINOT, ND
Union State Bank of Hazen
HAZEN, ND
About SBA 7(a) Loans in North Dakota
SBA 7(a) loans are the most common SBA loan program, offering up to $5 million for working capital, equipment, real estate, business acquisition, and refinancing. Backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration, they offer competitive rates and longer terms than conventional business loans. In North Dakota, 21 lenders currently offer SBA 7(a) financing with loan amounts from $25K to $5M and rates typically ranging from Prime + 1.5% to 3.75%.
North Dakota Market Overview
North Dakota's Bakken shale formation made the state a major oil producer, and while energy remains dominant, the state has diversified into technology and UAS (drone) operations. Fargo has developed a growing tech startup ecosystem.
North Dakota's property tax rates are relatively low, and the state's Renaissance Zone program offers up to 5 years of property tax exemptions and income tax exemptions for businesses and residents in designated urban core areas. Energy-dependent markets in western North Dakota like Williston have experienced dramatic commercial property value swings tied to oil price cycles, requiring careful commodity price risk assessment in CRE lending. The state's small population and limited commercial property inventory mean that localized economic changes can have outsized effects on occupancy and values.
Who Should Consider SBA 7(a) Loans?
- Small business owners
- Business acquisitions
- Working capital needs
- Commercial real estate purchase
Key Requirements
- For-profit business operating in the US
- Owner has invested equity
- Exhausted other financing options
- No delinquent government debt
- Credit score: 680+
Pros and Cons
Advantages
- ✓Low down payment (as low as 10%)
- ✓Competitive interest rates
- ✓Long repayment terms
- ✓Can be used for many purposes
Considerations
- •Lengthy application process
- •Extensive documentation required
- •Personal guarantee required
- •Collateral often needed
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