SBA 7(a) Loans in South Carolina
Browse 57 lenders offering sba 7(a) loans in South Carolina. Compare rates, requirements, and loan programs — then connect directly.
SBA 7(a) Lenders in South Carolina
57 lenders offering sba 7(a) loans to borrowers in South Carolina.
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.
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.
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.
Harvest Small Business Finance, LLC
Laguna Hills, CA
Non-bank SBA preferred lender specializing in SBA 7(a) loans for commercial real estate acquisition and refinancing. Focuses on owner-occupied commercial properties with loans up to $5 million.
US Metro Bank
GARDEN GROVE, CA
Community bank serving Southern California's diverse business community. A top SBA 7(a) lender specializing in commercial real estate and business acquisition loans, with particular strength in the Korean-American business community.
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.
Bank of Hope
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.
GBank
LAS VEGAS, NV
Fast-growing community bank based in Las Vegas and a top SBA preferred lender. Specializes in SBA 7(a) loans for hospitality, gas stations, convenience stores, and commercial real estate acquisition.
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.
First Bank of the Lake
Osage Beach, MO
Community bank based at the Lake of the Ozarks and a top SBA 7(a) preferred lender. Specializes in SBA lending for business acquisitions, commercial real estate, and partner buyouts. Known for lending to franchises and hospitality businesses.
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.
Fifth Third Bank
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.
TD Bank, National Association
WILMINGTON, DE
One of the 10 largest banks in the U.S. and a major SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) and Express loans, conventional business lending, commercial real estate, and treasury management services across the eastern U.S.
Enterprise Bank & Trust
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.
Bank of America, National Association
Charlotte, NC
One of the largest banks in the world and an SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) loans, conventional business lending, commercial real estate, lines of credit, equipment financing, and comprehensive treasury management.
Citizens Bank
ELIZABETHTON, TN
Regional bank based in Tennessee and an SBA preferred lender. Provides SBA 7(a) loans, conventional commercial lending, and business banking services to small and medium-sized businesses in the Southeast.
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.
Community Bank & Trust-West Georgia
LAGRANGE, GA
Community bank in West Georgia and a top SBA 7(a) preferred lender. Specializes in SBA lending for business acquisitions and commercial real estate with a focus on hospitality and franchise businesses.
About SBA 7(a) Loans in South Carolina
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 South Carolina, 57 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%.
South Carolina Market Overview
South Carolina has attracted major manufacturing investments from BMW, Boeing, Volvo, and others, establishing a strong advanced manufacturing corridor. Charleston's port growth and tourism economy drive significant CRE demand along the coast.
South Carolina assesses commercial property at only 6% of fair market value, one of the lowest assessment ratios in the nation, resulting in favorable effective tax rates for CRE investors. The state's fee-in-lieu-of-taxes (FILOT) program allows negotiated property tax rates for qualifying manufacturing and commercial projects, often reducing effective rates by 50% or more. Charleston's rapid growth has created a competitive CRE market, but the city's aggressive flood mitigation requirements and the Dutch Dialogues-inspired stormwater management standards add costs that investors should factor into coastal commercial development budgets.
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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