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July 02, 2026

The Advantage of Working With a Chicago-Based SBA Lender

Small business owners in Chicagoland know that growth rarely happens in a straight line. A restaurant may need to expand into a second location. A manufacturer may need new... Read More
Business Loans
June 25, 2026

From Tenant to Owner: Financing Your First Commercial Property

For many small business owners, leasing a space is usually the most effective way to get started. Paying monthly rent may be more affordable than taking out a mortgage that... Read More
Business Loans
May 28, 2026

Applying Before You Need It: A Smarter Way to Fund Growth

Many business owners make the mistake of waiting until they urgently need funding before they apply for it. This typically not only results in strained cash flow, but it may... Read More
Business Loans
May 21, 2026

How Strong Local Relationships May Help You Get Funded Faster

Contrary to popular belief, loan application decisions aren't always based only on numbers and paperwork. For many small business owners, relationships with their local... Read More
Business Loans
February 26, 2026

When Outdated Equipment Becomes a Growth Bottleneck

As your business grows, you’ll find yourself needing new tools and technology. Equipment that is slow, unreliable, or no longer aligned with current demands can reduce... Read More
Business Loans
February 19, 2026

Why Relationship-Based Lending may be the Right Choice for Your Business

Obtaining funding for your small business generally requires financial evaluation, mountains of paperwork, and other forms of red tape that can turn it into a tedious... Read More
Business Loans
February 05, 2026

How Growth Capital Supports Buildouts, Renovations, and Relocations

Physical space directly affects how your business operates. When a company outgrows its current space or needs to modernize, the cost of making a change can be substantial... Read More
Business Loans
January 29, 2026

How to Choose the Best Loan Product Based on Your Local Market

Every business owner knows that access to capital is essential for growth, but choosing the right loan product isn’t just about the size of the loan or the interest rate.... Read More
Business Loans
January 22, 2026

Funding Tips for Chicago Retailers Starting the Year Strong

Chicago has the third-largest economy in the United States, thanks in large part to the thriving retail sector. Additionally, the Windy City’s economy ranks in the top 25 on... Read More

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1. We conduct a soft credit pull that will not affect your credit score. However, in processing your loan application, the lenders with whom we work will request your full credit report from one or more consumer reporting agencies, which is considered a hard credit pull and happens after your application is in the funding process and matched with a lender who is likely to fund your loan

2. Numbers based on internal reporting and metrics

3. Based on FY2020 SBA loans data released by the SBA for SBA 7(a) loans under $350,000

4. This calculator is a tool meant to help you estimate monthly payment amounts based on the information you enter. The monthly payment provided is an estimate meant for illustrative purposes only, loan sizes, interest rates, and loan terms vary and are determined by the applicant's credit profile.