Acquiring a retail business loan for your small business can be a breeze if you know where to look. With our 15-minute application and 75+ lender network, we’ve helped countless retail stores get the small business loans they need to grow. And we can help you, too.
See your optionsRetail loans come in a variety of forms. You can get a flexible line of credit, a classic ol’ term loan, or even a government-backed SBA loan. You name it, and there’s likely a retail loan for it.
Use a retail business loan to cover a mix of retail expenses:
Fortunately, there are just as many different loan types as there are use cases, which means there’s a perfect loan for your unique situation.
The real problem is finding it.
Lucky for you, matching businesses with the perfect loan (and the ideal lender) is what we do best.
Growing your retail business? There’s a loan for that. You’ve likely heard it takes money to make money, but how do you get this money? Where should you look, and what are you looking for?
You have questions—we have answers.
For better or worse, you have several small business financing options. Let us help you navigate the endless possibilities and mind-numbing jargon.
Looking to find the best loan options for your retail business? We recommend starting with these tried-and-true financing retail favorites.
Best for: Small businesses with diverse financing needs that come at unpredictable times. If you run a seasonal business or make massive inventory investments, you’ll want this loan in your back pocket.
A business line of credit offers your retail business a financial safety net with maximum flexibility. Use it to finance just about any business need. Seriously, anything.
Your line of credit is revolving, meaning you use it, repay it, and get access to the funds again—no need to reapply or wait around on financing. Plus, you only pay interest on the funds you use, not the entirety of your credit line.
There’s no obligation to use your business line of credit. Tap into it once a week or once a year (or keep it untouched for a rainy day). The flexibility leaves it up to you.
Best for: Small retail businesses that need quick cash to fix a leaky pipe, survive a slump, or seize an opportunity.
Time is money. Lenders get it, and that’s why they offer short term loans.
A short term loan can land money in your account in as little as 24 hours. The application process is short and sweet, and you’ll likely get a 1- to 3-year repayment term. Everything about short term loans screams quick and easy.
However, speed has a price, and its name is higher interest rates. Quick money is expensive money, so you’ll trade cash for time—but the exchange is often worth it.
However, if time is not of the essence, you’re better off going with a term loan.
Best for: Small businesses running the slow-and-steady retail race.
The OG of small business loans. Whether you’re planning an expansion, opening a second location, or working to build credit for your retail business, the business term loan is a classic.
With lower rates and longer terms, the business term loan is the perfect match for slow-and-steady retail business owners.
Business term loans are all about predictability. You receive a lump sum up front that you’ll pay back in regular increments of a determined borrowing period. You know the amount, terms, rates, payment dates, and all—so running the calculator to see if the loan fits your monthly budget is smooth, easy, and relatively risk-free.
Best for: Small businesses with big equipment needs.
Actually, equipment loans aren’t just for big equipment needs—they can finance things as massive as a forklift or as teeny-tiny as a new POS system.
Tools and widgets, gizmos and gadgets—if it’s used to run your business operations, there’s a good chance you can finance it with an equipment loan.
Qualifying is easy. There’s no down payment or collateral required. Your financed equipment is the collateral.
Loan amounts can be as high as $5 million or as low as $5 thousand. And with 1- to 5-year terms, low interest rates, and funding in as little as 24 hours, there’s nothing your retail business can’t affordably invest in.
Best for: Any and every small business. Yes, it’s that good.
The SBA offers various loans, but none is as versatile (and coveted) as the SBA 7(a) loan. This 8th wonder of the world boasts low interest rates, long repayment terms, and loans up to $5 million.
However, there’s a catch. You knew it was coming.
Since these loans are so fantastic, they’re naturally desirable to every small business, making them incredibly competitive. Plus, the application process is notoriously paperwork-heavy and painfully slow.
But if time is not an issue and you want the best-of-the-best financing, an SBA loan may be your best option.
Best for: Every small retail business.
Most businesses should have a business credit card. It extends your working capital, builds your credit, earns you rewards, and empowers you to buy now, pay later.
Swipe your card to cover inventory purchases, payroll, and (yes) the team lunch outing.
For retail businesses that don’t qualify for other forms of financing (yet), a business credit card can offer a flexible, accessible way to secure the funding you need.
Still can’t find what you’re looking for? Well, you’re in luck—there are more options:
You’ve come to the right place.
Applying for a small business loan doesn’t have to be stressful or time-consuming.
Whether you’re dead sure which retail loan you want or still have no idea, we’re here to help.
Fill out our simple, 15-minute application to get the ball rolling. A dedicated personal funding manager will walk you through loan options from 75+ lenders to find the perfect fit for your business.
So you don’t walk away with just any old loan—we work side-by-side to find a loan tailor-made for your retail business.
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– Shelley Walsh
