Start a New Business

Connect to responsible small business loans to help start a business through our network of mission-driven lending partners.

I need a small business loan to start a business

Get Matched to a Lender

Connect2Capital levels the playing field for small business owners seeking capital from a responsible lender. We’ll help match you today to find the funds you need for your business.

Many small businesses get their starts with a small business startup loan. Loans can help finance the things a new business needs most, including work spaces, equipment and more. As opposed to business credit cards or crowdfunding, small business loans to start a business are a more sustainable option, with repayment terms that are flexible enough for early-stage businesses.

Let Connect2Capital match you with a small business lender that can help you obtain a loan to start a business.

Where can I get a loan to start a new business?

Traditional banks offer small business loans for startup business. Credit requirements may be more stringent than other lenders, and collateral may be necessary to obtain the amount you need to launch your small business.

A Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) loan is a flexible option for business startups. These small business loans are term loans – with amounts ranging from $50,000 to $5 million – that can be used for commercial real estate, business acquisition, equipment, working capital, debt refinancing and more.

Connect2Capital can help match you with a lender that can help you apply for a small business startup loan.

Learn more about other types of small business loans for startup businesses.

How can I use a small business loan to start a business?

You can use your small business startup loan to buy new equipment, invest in technology, hire employees and buy or lease a building for your small business. A small business loan to start a business can also set you on a sustainable path for positive cash flow by paying suppliers early, increasing sales volume and buying bulk inventory.

Learn more about how you can use your small business loan to start a business.

How can I get a loan to start a small business?

With the right loan to launch your small business, you’ll put your business on a path for future growth and success. While success requires more than money, the right amount of startup capital at the right time can yield a long-term business growth strategy.

With Connect2Capital, you can quickly know in five minutes if you are eligible for small business financing through one of our lending partners.