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Top 5 Reasons to Get an SBA Express Loan in 2023

The SBA Express loan is an extremely versatile financing tool for any small business. Learn five of the most common reasons business owners choose them.

In this article:
  1. 1. Funding Working Capital
  2. 2. Purchasing Equipment
  3. 3. Covering Startup Costs
  4. 4. Renovating Your Space
  5. 5. Refinancing
  6. Current SBA Loan Rates (Updated Daily)
  7. Conclusion
  8. Get Financing
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SBA Express loans are an increasingly popular financing tool for small businesses. They offer the same usefulness as an SBA 7(a) loan but in far less time — albeit with a much smaller loan maximum of $500,000.

Read below to find out the common uses of an SBA Express loan.

1. Funding Working Capital

One of the significant advantages of an SBA Express loan is the provision of working capital for your business. The funds can be used to cover daily operational expenses, including payroll, rent, utility bills, or supplies. 

Having sufficient working capital is critical to ensure your business can sustain its daily operations, even during periods of reduced revenue or increased expenses. Notably, SBA Express loans provide repayment terms of up to 10 years for working capital, which allows for manageable payments that don't strain your business finances.

2. Purchasing Equipment

SBA Express loans can also be utilized to finance the purchase of necessary equipment for your business. 

Whether you're looking to invest in new machinery for a manufacturing plant, kitchen equipment for a restaurant, or computers for an IT firm, an Express loan can provide the funds needed to make these purchases possible. 

It’s true that Express loans generally carry higher interest rates than a standard SBA 7(a) loan of the same amount. However, consider the time factor for replacing damaged or broken vital equipment, and the extra financing costs of a rapid Express cash infusion could well be worth it.

3. Covering Startup Costs

Launching a new business is expensive. You’ve got to find ways of covering product development, marketing, and hiring employees. Worse, many lenders are extremely hesitant to lend to startups — it’s seen as a high-risk venture for them.

That’s why SBA Express loans can be perfect for startups in their early stages. With a risk-sharing guarantee of 50% on these loans, lenders naturally don’t shy away from risk quite as fast. 

There still may be limits to what most are willing to offer — a $500,000 ask would likely face significantly greater scrutiny than a $30,000 loan application. Even for larger Express loans, though, small business owners and entrepreneurs who can show a strong history as a borrower will generally get more than they would from other, similar loan products. 

4. Renovating Your Space

If your business operates in a physical location — especially a customer-facing one — keeping the space updated and appealing to customers is essential. 

From retail stores needing a fresh look to restaurants wanting to expand their dining areas, renovation projects can be expensive. SBA Express loans can be used for these business expansion or renovation needs, making it easier for you to create the optimal environment for your customers and employees.

5. Refinancing

Lastly, SBA Express loans can be an excellent tool for refinancing existing debt — especially if your current loans are prohibitively expensive or you have payments spread across multiple notes. Using an Express loan to consolidate these debts can lead to lower interest rates and potentially more favorable repayment terms — provided your existing financing meets the SBA's criteria.

That said, if time is on your side, a standard SBA 7(a) loan would likely yield better rates and lower overall debt servicing costs. Still, SBA Express loans can be a viable way to exit high-interest loans quickly.

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Conclusion

SBA Express loans provide a versatile financing solution for small businesses, whether for funding working capital, purchasing equipment, covering startup costs, renovating your space, or refinancing existing debts. And this article just touched on a few uses — they can be used for much more, too.

With their flexible terms and quick approval process, they are a great resource for small businesses at various stages of growth. Still, don’t make the decision to get an SBA Express loan lightly. Enter your details into the form below, and our advisors will work to match you with the best financing for your business.

In this article:
  1. 1. Funding Working Capital
  2. 2. Purchasing Equipment
  3. 3. Covering Startup Costs
  4. 4. Renovating Your Space
  5. 5. Refinancing
  6. Current SBA Loan Rates (Updated Daily)
  7. Conclusion
  8. Get Financing

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