Business Loan Types
Not all business loans are the same. BusinessLoan.Directory connects you with the right type of financing for your specific business needs — from working capital to equipment loans to SBA programs. Explore all loan types below.
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Our lending partners offer a full range of business financing products. Learn about each loan type and find out which option fits your business situation.
SBA Loans
Government-backed loans with competitive rates and long repayment terms. Ideal for established businesses seeking $50K to $5M in financing.
Learn More →Working Capital Loans
Short-term financing to cover day-to-day operational expenses, payroll, inventory, and cash flow gaps. Fast approval, flexible terms.
Learn More →Business Lines of Credit
Revolving credit you can draw from as needed. Pay interest only on what you use. Great for managing fluctuating expenses.
Learn More →Equipment Financing
Finance the purchase of vehicles, machinery, tools, or technology with the equipment itself serving as collateral. Preserve cash flow.
Learn More →Term Loans
Lump-sum financing repaid over a fixed schedule. Predictable payments, ideal for expansion, renovations, or large capital investments.
Learn More →Merchant Cash Advances
Receive an upfront lump sum in exchange for a percentage of future credit card or daily sales. Fast funding, flexible repayment.
Learn More →Invoice Factoring
Convert outstanding invoices into immediate cash. Ideal for B2B businesses with net-30 or net-60 payment terms and consistent receivables.
Learn More →Revenue-Based Financing
Repay based on a percentage of monthly revenue. Payments flex with your sales — lower when business is slow, higher when revenue increases.
Learn More →Commercial Real Estate Loans
Purchase or refinance commercial property. Available for retail spaces, office buildings, warehouses, and mixed-use developments.
Learn More →Bridge Loans
Short-term financing to bridge the gap between immediate capital needs and long-term funding solutions. Fast approval, flexible use.
Learn More →Startup Business Loans
Financing options designed for newer businesses and entrepreneurs. Alternative lenders who focus on potential, not just credit history.
Learn More →Microloans
Smaller loan amounts typically ranging from $5,000 to $50,000. Ideal for startups, sole proprietors, and businesses with modest capital needs.
Learn More →Which Loan Type Is Right for Your Business?
The best loan type depends on how your business will use the funds, how quickly you need capital, and what your revenue and credit profile looks like. Here is a quick guide:
- Need cash fast (within 24-72 hours)? Consider a Merchant Cash Advance or Working Capital Loan.
- Buying equipment or vehicles? Equipment Financing is usually the best fit.
- Waiting on unpaid invoices? Invoice Factoring turns receivables into immediate cash.
- Looking for the lowest rates? SBA Loans offer the most competitive terms for qualified borrowers.
- Need flexible ongoing access to capital? A Business Line of Credit gives you revolving funds to draw as needed.
- Revenue fluctuates seasonally? Revenue-Based Financing adjusts repayments to match your cash flow.
- Purchasing commercial property? Commercial Real Estate Loans are purpose-built for that.
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