Refinance: A New Opportunity for Existing Businesses

Small business owners can use the long-term, fixed rate 504 Loan Program to refinance existing commercial mortgages.  This is huge considering the current trends are pointing toward tighter credit standards and higher interest rates.   SBA 504 Refinance Program...

Free Lender Forums Offered by SBA and SBDC

SBA is teaming up with Small Business Development Centers throughout Illinois on a series of free forums to update commercial lenders on agency programs and services. Topics will include SOP 50 10 changes, new franchise review processes, new equity injection...

What’s New with SBA 504 – SOP Changes for 2018

Every year SBA issues updates to its SOP, the standard operating procedures for its lending programs, including the SBA 504.  Some of the most notable changes that became effective on January 1, 2018, include:   Borrower Contribution The updated typical 504...

Illinois Small Business Loans

Are you looking for an Illinois small business loan?  You’ve come to the right place. Founded in 1992, Growth Corp is the largest provider of SBA 504 commercial real estate financing in Illinois.  Growth Corp is a non-profit development company certified by the...