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Busey Bank - Your SBA Preferred Lender

Written by Busey Bank | Apr 1, 2021 3:00:04 PM

Why Busey?

Your dreams thrive because of your dedication and commitment to its success. As a Small Business Administration Preferred Lender, Busey is authorized to make commercial lending decisions without waiting for SBA approval, streamlining your loan process. Whether you’re just starting out or need a loan to expand, Busey’s got your backing.

What sets Busey apart from other commercial lenders?

The People:

Our associates truly set us apart from other organizations. With tenured commercial bankers, our unique team environment ensures there’s vast knowledge and experience working for you—with decisions being made locally from a team you know and trust. Rather than focusing on one transaction, our associates are focused on providing the support necessary to accomplish your overall vision.

The Relationships and Responsiveness

Understanding that your business is unique, our lenders will continuously assess your needs along the way to develop a personalized plan for growth. Regardless of loan size, our clients can rest easy knowing a credit decision will be made quickly by a partner they’re familiar with.

The Solutions

From our small business initiative, supporting entrepreneurs whose businesses will bring contributions and vibrancy to our local communities, to multi-million-dollar packages, we offer commercial lending solutions tailored to your specific needs.

Why should I partner with Busey?

A $10B+ bank headquartered in Champaign, Illinois, Busey ranks in the top 3% nationally of commercial banks and obtains a 5-star rating from Bauer Financial.

Our seasoned team of experts are located across Illinois, Missouri, Indiana, Kentucky and Florida, and have over 200 years of combined experience. With a dedicated SBA 7(a) division that is a Preferred Lender (PLP), Busey knows the standard operating procedures (SOP), understands hot buttons for SBA eligibility and is knowledgeable on SBA forms—leading to quick underwriting and fast approvals.

Our SBA Specialists know SBA loans inside and out. We have helped hundreds of borrowers obtain the funds they need, and we can do the same for you. Contact us regarding your SBA Lending needs today.