Small Business Administration Loans

Start or Expand Your Business Today

SBA loans1 create opportunity for those ready to move their business forward.

Compare Options Find a Lender

Move Your Business Forward with an SBA Loan

SouthState specializes in providing long-term financing through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan guarantee program. Our experienced team of SBA lenders understands the needs of today’s small business and can help you navigate the loan process every step of the way.

business owner managing finances on phone

SBA 7(a) loans from $100,000 up to $5 Million

An SBA loan offers the flexibility you may not be able to find with other traditional small business loans. Borrowers typically receive longer terms and lower payments.

Use of Funds:
  • Business acquisitions
  • Startups
  • Ground up construction
  • Purchase of Commercial Real Estate
  • Debt Refinance
  • Purchase Equipment and Inventory
  • Working Capital
  • Leasehold Improvements
Compare Options
Purchase business and manufacturing Equipment with an SBA 504

SBA 504 Loans

Are you ready to expand your business? Or maybe you need to purchase new equipment? With advantages like a low down payment, a 504 SBA loan from SouthState can help keep your business moving forward.

Use of Funds:
  • Purchase or Improve Commercial Real Estate
  • Ground Up Construction
  • Purchase Equipment
Compare Options
SBA 7(a) Loans

SBA 7(a) loans from $100,000 up to $5 Million

An SBA loan offers the flexibility you may not be able to find with other traditional small business loans. Borrowers typically receive longer terms and lower payments.

Use of Funds:
  • Business acquisitions
  • Startups
  • Ground up construction
  • Purchase of Commercial Real Estate
  • Debt Refinance
  • Purchase Equipment and Inventory
  • Working Capital
  • Leasehold Improvements
Compare Options

SBA 504 Loans

Are you ready to expand your business? Or maybe you need to purchase new equipment? With advantages like a low down payment, a 504 SBA loan from SouthState can help keep your business moving forward.

Use of Funds:
  • Purchase or Improve Commercial Real Estate
  • Ground Up Construction
  • Purchase Equipment
Compare Options
Consider the benefits of a flexible SBA Loan

Consider the benefits of a flexible SBA Loan

Interest Rates and SBA Fee

  • Variable rates tied to Prime
  • SBA guarantee fee (can be financed in most circumstances)

Timing

  • Loan prequalification as quick as five minutes2
  • Loan commitments typically in 10 business days after receipt of completed application on most transactions

Other

  • Minimum loan amount $50,000
Icon image for Which SBA Loan Works For You?

Which SBA Loan Works For You?

Compare SBA Loan Options
image for McKeever RV & Marine

Customer Spotlight

McKeever RV & Marine

Record months keep rolling in at McKeever RV & Marine, an East Tennessee dealership for campers, trailers, boats, and more.
Read More
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

A SBA loan is a loan that is guaranteed by the U.S. Small Business Administration. While the SBA doesn’t provide the actual loan they do provide the guidelines lending institutions must follow to make it easier for small businesses to get loans.

Yes, SouthState is an SBA Preferred Lender serving businesses across the United States. 

 

An SBA loan may have longer term limits and lower payments than other loans offered by SouthState; it is, however, dependent upon your qualifications.

SBA Forms

Need Help with a USDA Loan?
Icon for Need Help with a USDA Loan?

Need Help with a USDA Loan?

Help rural America thrive with a USDA loan from SouthState. Our lenders work with you to keep your business moving forward.
Learn More

Small Business Resources

Thumbnail for Cornerstone Performance Center Lives Up to Its Name

Cornerstone Performance Center Lives Up to Its Name

Learn More
Thumbnail for How to Establish and Maintain Business Credit

How to Establish and Maintain Business Credit

Learn More
Thumbnail for What Are SBA 7(a) Loans?

What Are SBA 7(a) Loans?

Learn More
Thumbnail for Watch Out For These Fraud Warning Signs

Watch Out For These Fraud Warning Signs

Learn More
Thumbnail for Preventing Theft at Your Small Business

Preventing Theft at Your Small Business

Learn More
Scroll related content left Scroll related content right
View All

  1. All loans are subject to credit approval.
  2. 5 minute prequalification only applies to the SBA 7(a) small loan online application process

Secure Log In

Close login menu
Login Error

Your username is valid but has a problem. Please call customer support

Our website uses cookies to ensure your online experience is as informative and relevant as possible. Please review our Privacy Policy to learn more about the information we collect.

I Understand Close GDPR message