🏪 Franchise Financing Specialists

Fund Your Franchise the Right Way

Opening a new franchise or expanding an existing one? We match franchise owners with the right lenders — SBA loans, equipment financing, working capital, and more — from our network of 122+ lenders across 40 states + D.C.

Franchise Financing at a Glance

Loan Amounts$50K – $5M+
SBA 7(a) Up To$5,000,000
Min Credit Score650+ (SBA 680+)
Down Payment10–30% typical
Time to Close30–90 days
States Covered40 States + D.C.
SBA loans are the #1 choice for franchise financing — low down, long terms, low rates
✓ SBA-Approved Lender Network
✓ New & Existing Franchises
✓ Close in 30–90 Days
✓ 122+ Lender Network
✓ Available in 40 States + D.C.

Franchise Financing Products

Every franchise is different. We match you with the right product based on your brand, revenue, credit, and timeline.

Fast Funding

Equipment Financing

Finance the equipment your franchise needs — kitchen equipment, POS systems, vehicles, fitness equipment, or brand-required assets.

Amount$10K – $2M
Down Payment$0 down possible
Terms24–84 months
Funding Speed2–5 days
Min Credit620+
Working Capital

Business Line of Credit

Revolving credit for day-to-day operations, inventory, marketing, and seasonal cash flow gaps.

Amount$10K – $500K
TypeRevolving
Terms12–24 months
Funding Speed3–7 days
Min Credit650+
Expansion

Business Term Loan

Fixed-term financing for a second location, renovation, or major build-out. Predictable monthly payments.

Amount$25K – $2M
Terms1–10 years
Rate TypeFixed or variable
Funding Speed5–10 days
Min Credit650+
Quick Cash

Revenue-Based Financing

No collateral, minimal paperwork. For franchise owners who need fast working capital with consistent monthly revenue.

Amount$5K – $500K
Repayment% of daily revenue
Terms3–18 months
Funding SpeedSame day – 48 hrs
Min Credit500+
Real Estate

Commercial Real Estate

Own your franchise location. SBA 504 is ideal for owner-occupied franchise real estate with low down payments.

Amount$500K – $10M+
Down Payment10–25%
Terms20–25 years
Best ForOwner-occupied
Min Credit680+

We Finance All Major Franchise Brands

Whether you're opening your first Subway or adding a third Orangetheory location, we've worked with franchise owners across every major category. If the brand is on the SBA Franchise Registry, we can usually get it funded fast.

The SBA Franchise Registry is a pre-approved list of franchise brands that lenders recognize. Being on the registry speeds up SBA approval significantly — and most major brands qualify.

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Food & Beverage
  • Subway
  • McDonald's
  • Dunkin'
  • Chick-fil-A
  • Jimmy John's
  • Crumbl Cookies
Fitness & Wellness
  • Orangetheory
  • Planet Fitness
  • Anytime Fitness
  • Great Clips
  • Sport Clips
  • The Joint
Services & Retail
  • The UPS Store
  • Ace Hardware
  • 7-Eleven
  • Jan-Pro
  • Servpro
  • 1,000s more

Why SBA Loans Are Ideal for Franchises

The SBA 7(a) loan was practically designed for franchise financing. Here's why it's the first option we explore for most franchise buyers.

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Low Down Payment

Only 10–20% down vs. conventional loans requiring 30%+. Keep more capital for operations and working capital.

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Long Repayment Terms

Up to 25 years for real estate, 10 years for working capital. Lower monthly payments = more cash flow.

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Competitive Rates

SBA rates are capped at Prime + 2.75–3.75%. Far lower than most alternative lenders.

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Covers Everything

Franchise fees, equipment, real estate, working capital, and build-out costs — all in one loan.

SBA 7(a) Franchise Loan — Term Sheet

Max Loan Amount$5,000,000
Down Payment10–20%
Interest RatePrime + 2.75%
Working Capital TermUp to 10 years
Real Estate TermUp to 25 years
Min Credit Score680+
SBA GuaranteeUp to 85%
Franchise RegistryPre-approved = faster close
Close Timeline30–90 days

New Franchise or Expanding an Existing One?

🆕 Opening a New Franchise

You've chosen your brand, signed the FDD, and need to fund the build-out, franchise fee, equipment, and first few months of working capital.

  • →Franchise fee ($20K–$100K+)
  • →Build-out and leasehold improvements
  • →Equipment and fixtures
  • →Initial inventory and supplies
  • →Working capital reserve
  • →Training and travel costs
Best Products: SBA 7(a), Equipment Financing, Business Term Loan

📈 Growing an Existing Franchise

You have a proven, profitable location and want to open additional units, renovate your current space, or smooth out cash flow between seasons.

  • →Second or third location build-out
  • →Equipment upgrades or replacement
  • →Renovation and rebranding costs
  • →Seasonal inventory and staffing
  • →Marketing and grand opening costs
  • →Buy out a co-franchisee
Best Products: Line of Credit, Revenue-Based Financing, SBA 7(a), CRE Loan

Get Funded in 4 Steps

1

Apply in 5 Minutes

One application. Tell us your franchise brand, location, and how much you need.

2

We Shop 122+ Lenders

We match your profile to the best lenders for your specific franchise and situation.

3

Review Your Options

You get term sheets with rates, amounts, and terms. No obligation to choose anything.

4

Close & Open

We guide you through docs, appraisal, and closing. Then go open your franchise.

General Requirements

New Franchise (SBA)

  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Personal credit score 680+
  • 10–20% down payment available
  • Franchise brand on SBA Registry (preferred)
  • Management experience in the industry
  • Business plan and projected financials
  • Signed FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)
  • Business entity formed (LLC or Corp)

Existing Franchise (Expansion / Working Capital)

  • 6+ months in business
  • $10,000+ monthly revenue
  • Personal credit score 620+
  • 3–6 months business bank statements
  • No active bankruptcies
  • Franchise agreement in good standing
  • Business entity (LLC, Corp, etc.)
  • Tax returns for SBA or term loans

Franchise Financing Questions Answered

Most programs require 10–30% down. SBA 7(a) typically requires 10–20% for well-documented franchise opportunities on the SBA Registry. 100% financing is rare but sometimes available for highly qualified borrowers with significant collateral.

Not required, but it helps significantly. Brands on the SBA Franchise Registry have pre-reviewed franchise agreements, which speeds up the approval process. Brands not on the registry can still get SBA financing, but it takes longer.

SBA loans typically close in 30–90 days. SBA Preferred Lenders can close faster. Non-SBA options like equipment financing or term loans can close in 3–10 days. We'll tell you upfront what timeline to expect.

Yes — SBA 7(a) is one of the best ways to buy an existing franchise from another franchisee. You'll need the business's financials, a valuation, and the seller's cooperation. SBA 7(a) can finance up to $5M for acquisitions.

SBA and conventional financing require 650–680+ credit. If your score is below that, we can help with credit repair — most clients improve significantly in 90–180 days. Revenue-based financing and equipment financing are available at lower thresholds for existing franchise owners.

Ready to Fund Your Franchise?

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