Financing up to 90% for Owner-Occupied Commercial Real Estate

Low down payments. Fixed rates. Real estate and equipment financing designed for small business growth.

What is an SBA 504 Loan?

The SBA 504 loan is a business financing option provided by the SBA through AmPac Business Capital, a not-for-profit Certified Development Company. The 504 loan is designed to help businesses grow and create jobs by financing the purchase, improvement, or refinance of owner-occupied commercial real estate and fixed equipment with as little as 10% down.

Here’s how it works:

Bank/Lender provides a 1st mortgage for 50%

SBA/CDC provides a 2nd mortgage for up to 40%

Borrower contributes a minimum 10%

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There is no limit on the total project size, with up to $5 million available from the SBA portion. AmPac has successfully funded projects up to $30 million, supporting a broad spectrum of business needs. For projects that meet specific public policy goals, the SBA portion can increase to $5.5 million per project. The loan offers below-market fixed interest rates with 10, 20, or 25-year terms, and is fully amortized with no balloon payments. SBA fees are included in the loan, helping to reduce out-of-pocket costs for borrowers.

Current SBA 504 Effective Rates (as of May 2025)
6.39%
25 Years
6.41%
20 Years
6.20%
10 Years
6.42%
25 Yr Refi
6.44%
20 Yr Refi
6.24%
10 Yr Refi

Is My Business Eligible?

At-a-Glance Checklist:

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For financing the purchase, improvement, or refinance of owner-occupied commercial real estate and fixed equipment

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The business must be a for-profit entity in the United States

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Applicant Business must be 100% owned by a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident

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Must occupy at least 51% of the property, or 60% for new construction

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Have a tangible business net worth of $20 million or less

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Have an average net income of $6.5 million or less (after federal income taxes) over the past two years

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Cannot have defaulted on a federal loan or be involved in political, lobbying, gambling, speculative, or passive income activities

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Demonstrate the ability to repay the loan on time from business cash flow, historically or with detailed and verified projections and assumptions

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Create or retain jobs, or meet a public policy goal (such as supporting minority- or woman-owned businesses, rural development)

What Documents Do I Need?

Personal Information – Who Are You?

Demonstrates your background and financial responsibility.

  • Personal Resume (Business Experience)
  • Personal Financial Statement
  • Last 3 Years of Personal Federal Tax Returns
  • Last 3 Months of Personal Bank Statements
  • Driver’s License Copy
  • Trust Documents (if applicable)

Business Information – What Do You Do & How Have You Performed?

Shows your business’s financial health and future viability.

  • Business Debt Schedule
  • Last 3 years Business Tax Returns
  • Personal Tax Returns
  • Last 3 Months of Business Bank Statements
  • Current year-to-date balance sheet and income statement
  • Current AR/AP Agings
  • Business Plan (Required for Startups)
  • 3-Year Financial Projections (For Startups or Major Expansion)

Pre-Screen Questions (Be prepared to discuss):

  • Do you know your credit score?
  • Are you looking to refinance existing business debt?
  • Any pending lawsuits?
  • Any unpaid federal or state taxes?
  • Ever defaulted on government debt?
  • History of bankruptcy or foreclosure?
  • Any unpaid collections, judgments, or tax liens?
  • Will the business be expanding or relocating?
  • Do you own 20%+ of other companies?
  • Did you receive PPP or EIDL loans?

Additional Documents (if applicable)

  • Purchase Agreement / Title / Escrow Instructions
  • Existing Lease Agreement
  • PPP/EIDL Loan Docs & Loan Numbers

Have all the information you need to get started?

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504 Loan Terms and Conditions

Interest Rates

BANK RATE: Estimated and varies by lender.
SBA RATE:  Fixed at the time of the debenture sale. The current month’s rate is posted and locked in at funding.

Estimated Fees

BANK FEES: Vary by lender and are based on individual bank policies.
SBA FEES: Typically 2.15% of the SBA loan portion, plus legal fees. These are financed into the SBA loan amount.

Additional Costs

Costs, including but not limited to appraisals, environmental reports (if needed), and escrow/closing fees (including legal and insurance), may be included in the total loan financing.

Collateral

Loans generally offer up to 90% financing and typically do not require additional collateral beyond the property or equipment being financed.
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