If you would like to stop leasing and start building equity in your business, or if you want to increase your cash flow while securing a long-term location, SBA financing could be the best plan. Business Funding Group LLC (BFG) can offer advice about how SBA loans help you buy owner-occupied real estate and boost working capital. Contact us to discuss whether SBA financing is the right option for you!
Why Own Instead of Lease?
If your business is paying rent, it may be more beneficial to allocate that money toward something you own. Ownership is often the superior option for several reasons:
- You could build long-term equity as the property value appreciates
- Your business gets tax advantages such as depreciation and interest deductions
- There are no surprising rent increases or lease terminations
- You could customize the space to suit your brand and operations
Leasing may be the right decision initially, but if your business is profitable and growing, ownership provides more control, stability, and a stronger financial foundation for long-term success. Financing through the SBA program has helped many business owners buy real estate and build their ventures.
How SBA Loans Make Real Estate Ownership Possible
Many business owners are able to use SBA 7(a) and 504 loans to purchase commercial real estate. These loans are meant for owner-occupied properties, which means your business would need to use at least 51% of the space.
SBA 7(a) loans are ideal for purchasing real estate and obtaining additional funds beyond the purchase price to boost working capital. These loans may be as large as $5 million, and typically, no down payment is required.
SBA 504 loans are best suited for real estate and equipment purchases. These are large loans of $20 million or more. They have fixed-rate, long-term financing options and low down payments. If you work with BFG, we may be able to arrange for you to have no down payment at all.
How Do SBA Loans Support Growth, Build Equity, and Finance the Future?
Traditional loans for commercial real estate may require significant down payments of around 20% or 30%. This amount can significantly impact your cash flow.
SBA loans could help you make the real estate purchase you want while preserving capital for growth. The down payments are lower or non-existent, and since SBA loans often come with longer repayment terms and fixed interest rates, your monthly payments are manageable and predictable.
When your business buys real estate, you get more than just a property. You also get a permanent home base for your brand, space to reinvest in your business, and a valuable asset that can grow with your company, all for fixed payments.
BFG works with e-commerce businesses, medical practices, law firms, and other organizations. We offer assistance to successful business owners who lack the time to research lenders or become experts on SBA loans.
Is My Business Eligible?
To qualify for an SBA loan, you need:
- Good credit and repayment history
- A positive cash flow
- A for-profit United States business
- Occupation of at least 51% of the property
There are further rules governing the use of loan proceeds, as well as regulations concerning business structure. Our team is available to explain these requirements to you. Every SBA loan must meet certain criteria, and we could help ensure the success of your application, allowing you to move forward with your real estate investment and business development.
Contact BFG To Learn How SBA Loans Can Help You Purchase Owner-Occupied Real Estate and Boost Capital
Here at BFG, we are experts in SBA loans, and we love helping business owners like you grow their companies. If you have been wondering how SBA loans help you buy owner-occupied real estate and boost working capital, contact us today, or fill out our easy online application. We provide you with honest, expert guidance, and we do not charge you anything unless you close on a loan.