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SBA 7(a) Loans in Amarillo, TX

Find lenders offering sba 7(a) loans in the Amarillo, including Canyon, Hereford, and surrounding areas. Compare rates, terms, and programs from 176 lenders.

Lenders
176
Typical Rate
Prime + 1.5% to 3.75%
Down Payment
10-20%
Term
10-25 years
Closing Time
30-90 days

Which SBA 7(a) lenders serve Amarillo?

176 lenders offering sba 7(a) loans in the Amarillo, TX area.

VelocitySBA, LLC

Local SBA

Irving, TX

Non-bank SBA preferred lender specializing exclusively in SBA 7(a) loans for commercial real estate acquisition. Focuses on hotel, gas station, and convenience store financing with a streamlined approval process.

$500K – $5M 53 SBA loans
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T Bank, National Association

Local SBA

DALLAS, TX

Texas-based community bank and SBA preferred lender. Specializes in SBA 7(a) loans for commercial real estate acquisition and business expansion, with a focus on hospitality and convenience store industries.

26 SBA loans
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Wallis Bank

Local SBA

WALLIS, TX

Texas-based community bank and top SBA lender in the Houston area. Offers SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, and international banking services for small businesses.

21 SBA loans
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Comerica Bank

Local SBA

DALLAS, TX

Dallas-based major commercial bank offering SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, commercial real estate, equipment financing, lines of credit, and treasury management. One of the 25 largest U.S. banks with nationwide business banking.

38 SBA loans
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Southwestern National Bank

Local SBA

HOUSTON, TX

Houston, Texas-based community bank offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, and business banking. Serves small businesses in the greater Houston metropolitan area.

15 SBA loans
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Texas Capital Bank

Local SBA

DALLAS, TX

Dallas-based commercial bank offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, treasury management, and specialized lending. Focused on serving Texas businesses with sophisticated financial solutions.

10 SBA loans
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Frost Bank

Local SBA

SAN ANTONIO, TX

16 SBA loans
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Plains State Bank

Local SBA

HUMBLE, TX

3 SBA loans
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PlainsCapital Bank

Local SBA

DALLAS, TX

17 SBA loans
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Gulf Capital Bank

Local SBA

Houston, TX

2 SBA loans
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Global One Bank

Local SBA

Houston, TX

2 SBA loans
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First Commercial Bank, National Association

Local SBA

SEGUIN, TX

1 SBA loans
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American Bank, National Association

Local SBA

DALLAS, TX

2 SBA loans
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Security State Bank and Trust

Local SBA

FREDERICKSBURG, TX

6 SBA loans
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Prosperity Bank

Local SBA

El Campo, TX

4 SBA loans
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What does the Amarillo commercial real estate market look like?

Amarillo's CRE market serves as the commercial hub of the Texas Panhandle, with an economy rooted in agriculture, meat processing, energy, and the Pantex nuclear weapons assembly facility. Tyson Foods, JBS, and Caviness Beef Packers operate major feedlot and processing operations in the area, supporting industrial and cold storage demand. The I-40 corridor is the primary commercial artery, with retail and hospitality properties concentrated along Soncy Road and the Coulter Street corridors. The healthcare sector, led by Baptist St. Anthony's and Northwest Texas Healthcare System, has driven medical office development along the SW 45th Avenue corridor. Amarillo's location on the I-40 transcontinental highway route provides logistics advantages for distribution tenants serving the Panhandle and broader Southern Great Plains region.

Key Economic Drivers

  • Pantex Plant, the nation's primary nuclear weapons assembly and disassembly facility operated by CNS
  • Beef processing and feedlot industry with Tyson, JBS, and Caviness operating major facilities
  • Bell Helicopter Amarillo Assembly Center (now Textron Aviation) and aerospace maintenance operations
  • I-40 transcontinental corridor logistics supporting regional distribution facilities

Market Insight

The Pantex nuclear weapons facility, operated by Consolidated Nuclear Security, is the single largest employer in the Amarillo metro and a federally funded anchor that provides recession-resistant demand for office, industrial, and support services in the surrounding corridor.

How do sba 7(a) loans work in Amarillo, Texas?

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 the Amarillo metro area, borrowers can access 176 lenders offering SBA 7(a) financing, including Canyon, Hereford, and surrounding areas. Loan amounts typically range from $25K to $5M with rates from Prime + 1.5% to 3.75%.

Who should consider sba 7(a) loans?

  • Small business owners
  • Business acquisitions
  • Working capital needs
  • Commercial real estate purchase

What are the key requirements?

  • For-profit business operating in the US
  • Owner has invested equity
  • Exhausted other financing options
  • No delinquent government debt
  • Credit score: 680+

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

SBA 7(a) Loans in Amarillo FAQ

How many SBA 7(a) lenders serve Amarillo, TX?
There are 176 lenders offering sba 7(a) loans in the Amarillo metro area. Of these, 46 are headquartered in Texas, including VelocitySBA, LLC, T Bank, National Association, Wallis Bank. Loan amounts typically range from 25K to 5M with rates from Prime + 1.5% to 3.75%.
What are SBA 7(a) loan rates in Amarillo?
SBA 7(a) loan rates in Amarillo typically range from Prime + 1.5% to 3.75%, though exact rates depend on factors like your credit score, the property's cash flow, and loan-to-value ratio. Down payments usually run 10-20%, and closing can take 30-90 days. Compare multiple Amarillo-area lenders to find the best terms for your deal.
How long does an SBA 7(a) loan take to close?
Typically 30-90 days from application to funding. SBA Preferred Lenders can approve loans in-house, which speeds things up significantly.
Can I use an SBA 7(a) for real estate?
Yes. SBA 7(a) loans can finance commercial real estate purchase, construction, or renovation. Terms up to 25 years for real estate.
What's the difference between SBA 7(a) and 504?
7(a) is more flexible — it can be used for working capital, equipment, and real estate. 504 is specifically for major fixed assets like real estate and large equipment, and typically offers lower rates on the CDC portion.

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