Lenders

Financial institutions and other organizations work with SBA to give small businesses loans. SBA has three loan programs: 7(a), CDC/504, and Microloans.

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Program details

  • 7(a) loan program

    If you’re a member of a financial institution authorized by SBA to issue 7(a) loans, use this page to access SBA forms, get program updates, and more.
    Learn about the 7(a) loan program

  • CDC/504 loan program

    If your organization is designated by SBA as a CDC authorized to issue 504 loans, use this page to access SBA forms, get program updates, and more.
    Learn about the CDC/504 loan program

  • Microloan program

    If your organization is designated by SBA as an intermediary in its Microloan program, use this page to access SBA forms, get program updates, and more.
    Learn about the microloan program

  • Become an SBA lender

    As an SBA-certified lender, small business loans you issue will be backed by a federal guaranty.
    Learn more becoming an SBA lender

  • Lender reports

    Find data and reports related to SBA lending activity.
    See our lender reports

  • Training on demand

    Learn about SBA's business loan program policies.
    Explore SBA lender training

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SBA lenders finance small businesses

Lenders that work with SBA provide financial assistance to small businesses through government-backed loans.
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Short URL: sba.gov/for-lenders