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SBA 7(a), 504, Express, Microloan. USDA B&I, REAP, 538. Eight programs, one free quiz. Know exactly which ones you qualify for in 60 seconds.

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SBA & USDA specialists
Founded 2011
$35B+
SBA 7(a) loans approved in fiscal year 2025
$25M
Maximum USDA B&I loan guarantee available
15yr
SBA & USDA expertise behind this platform
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Latest News
SBA & USDA lending news
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SBA 7(a)
volume hits
record highs
SBA News · March 2026

Approval volume is up 12% year-over-year through Q1 2026, driven by strong demand in manufacturing, healthcare, and food service. Here's what borrowers need to know about timing their applications.

6 min read
USDA News

Quarterly application cycle opens in two weeks. Projects over $200K are eligible for both grant and loan guarantee components.

March 2026 · 4 min read
Rate Watch

The Fed held rates steady at its March meeting. What current SBA 7(a) variable rates look like and how to think about fixed vs. variable in 2026.

March 2026 · 3 min read
Guides & Education
Everything you need to know
All guides
SBA 7(a)

Credit requirements, documentation checklist, lender selection, and the three mistakes that kill most applications before they start.

SBA 504

Side-by-side comparison of rate structures, down payment requirements, eligible uses, and the scenarios where each program wins.

USDA B&I

Up to $25 million. Rural area eligibility. Up to 80% guarantee. Most business owners have never heard of it — here's everything you need to know.

Case Studies
Real businesses, real results
All case studies
SBA 504
$1.8M
Restaurant group · Texas

After 11 years of paying rent, the owners found a lender who had closed 200+ SBA 504 deals. Fixed rate. 10% down. Deal closed in 74 days.

Funded — 74 days from application
USDA B&I
$2.1M
Rural manufacturer · Montana

Two SBA rejections. One conversation with the right lender who understood USDA eligibility. The quiz identified the right program — the lender did the rest.

Funded — 91 days from application
USDA REAP
50%
Agricultural producer · Kansas

A 160-acre operation qualified for a USDA REAP grant covering half the cost of a 280kW solar installation. The program was one they'd never heard of before taking the quiz.

Grant approved — $187K in non-repayable funding
How It Works
From quiz to funded in three steps

No broker fees. No jargon. No cold calls from lenders who don't specialize in your program.

01 — QUALIFY
Take the eligibility quiz

60 seconds. Eight questions. Tell us about your business, your goals, and your situation. We identify which SBA and USDA programs fit — and which don't. We also ask for your name and email so we can send you the results.

02 — MATCH
Get matched to a specialist

We connect you with lenders who specialize in your specific program. A USDA B&I borrower needs a very different lender than an SBA 504 buyer. We don't send you to whoever bids highest — we send you to whoever knows your program best.

03 — FUND
Get funded

Your matched lender guides you through the process. Our service is completely free to you — we're compensated by lenders who access our qualified borrower network. Your interests and ours are aligned: we only win when you get funded.

Loan Programs
SBA & USDA — covered completely

We cover every government-backed business loan program. Most platforms stop at SBA 7(a). We go further.

SBA 7(a) Loan
Most Popular

The SBA's flagship program. Working capital, equipment, real estate, acquisitions — the 7(a) handles it all with a government guarantee up to 85%.

AmountUp to $5,000,000
Down10–20%
Timeline45–90 days
Learn more
SBA 504 Loan
Fixed Rate

Purpose-built for commercial real estate and major equipment. Long-term fixed rate on the CDC portion. Only 10% down required.

AmountUp to $5,500,000
Down10%
Timeline60–90 days
Learn more
USDA B&I Loan
Rural Businesses

The rural equivalent of the SBA 7(a). Up to $25M for businesses in communities under 50,000 population. Often overlooked — and powerful.

AmountUp to $25,000,000
GuaranteeUp to 80%
Location<50K population
Learn more
USDA REAP
Grants + Loans

Grants up to 50% of project cost plus loan guarantees up to $25M for renewable energy and efficiency projects. One of the most favorable programs available.

GrantUp to 50%
GuaranteeUp to $25M
ForSolar, wind, efficiency
Learn more
View All 8 Programs
Free Eligibility Quiz
Which program fits your situation?

Eight questions. 60 seconds. Tell us about your business and we'll identify which SBA and USDA programs you qualify for — and connect you with the right lender.

What is your primary financing goal?
Select the option that fits your situation most closely.
Question 1 of 8
Where is your business located?
Location determines USDA program eligibility — this shapes which programs we recommend.
Question 2 of 8
How long has your business been operating?
Time in business affects program eligibility and lender requirements.
Question 3 of 8
What is your approximate monthly business revenue?
Revenue helps us identify which lenders and programs are the best fit for your situation.
Question 4 of 8
How much financing are you seeking?
Loan amount determines which programs and lender types are the right match.
Question 5 of 8
What is your approximate personal credit score?
Lenders use personal credit as part of SBA and USDA underwriting. This helps us set realistic expectations.
Question 6 of 8
How quickly do you need funding?
Urgency helps us recommend the right program and lender type for your timeline.
Question 7 of 8
Where should we send your results?
We'll email your personalized program matches and a specialist will reach out within 1 business day.

Your results are ready — enter your contact info and we'll connect you with the right lending specialist for your situation. Free. No obligation.

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Question 8 of 8
✓ Your results are ready
You likely qualify for 2–3 programs

Based on your answers, here are the programs that best match your situation.

Get a better match in 3 minutes

Complete your business profile and we'll match you with the specialist who has already closed deals like yours — not just whoever picks up the phone. Takes about 3 minutes.

Or connect with a specialist now → (skips the profile step)

Not ready for SBA or USDA? Explore conventional business financing options that may be faster and easier to qualify for.

Completing your profile
Tell us more about your business
These details help us match you with the right specialist — not just the nearest one. All fields help. None are required to continue.
Business financials — this determines your best lender match
Your routing — updates as you fill in the form
Fill in your financials above to see which specialist type is the best match for your profile.
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You're matched. A specialist will reach out within 1 business day.

Your profile has been sent to the specialist best matched to your situation. While you wait, you can also start your application directly.

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What happens next
A specialist will review your profile and contact you within 1 business day.
If your first specialist match doesn't work out — one click requests a second match. Rejections happen for reasons that have nothing to do with your business.
What Borrowers Say
Real results, real businesses
★★★★★

"I'd been turned down twice before finding this site. The quiz told me I was targeting the wrong program entirely — I should have been applying for a USDA B&I loan, not a 7(a). Funded within 90 days."

Robert M.
Rural manufacturing · Montana
★★★★★

"Clearest explanation of SBA 504 I've ever found. We used it to buy our building. The lender they matched us with had closed over 200 SBA 504 deals. That expertise made all the difference."

Diane K.
Restaurant group · Texas
★★★★★

"The USDA REAP program was one I'd never even heard of. The site walked me through it clearly, I took the quiz, and now we have a 50% grant covering our solar installation. Incredible program."

James T.
Agricultural producer · Kansas

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