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We offer a variety of financing options for your business to purchase inventory and materials, refinance debt or finance account receivables.
Business Advantage
Small Business Loans & Financing
Business Advantage Credit Line
An unsecured line of credit
- Use whenever funds are needed
- Prime +0% limited-time variable intro rateDisclosure † Interest rate
- No collateral required
- Monthly payments based on your balance
Business Advantage Term Loan
An unsecured term loan
- Receive funds as a one-time lump sum
- Interest rate of no higher than 5.75%Disclosure † Interest rate
- No collateral required
- Fixed payments over the life of loan
Business Advantage Credit Line: For the limited time beginning with applications dated May 3, 2019, and ending with applications dated on or before June 30, 2019, the interest rate on cash advances and purchases made on your Business Advantage Credit Line account is an introductory variable interest rate of 5.50% as of May 1, 2019 for the first 12 billing cycles from the date your Credit Line account is opened. After that, the interest rate will be a market competitive variable interest rate based on your creditworthiness, your business relationship with Bank of America, and the approved amount for your Credit Line account. The interest rates during the introductory period and thereafter will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate as set out in the Variable Rate Information section of the Business Advantage Credit Line Agreement, and therefore are subject to change. Excludes secured loans and secured lines of credit, and unsecured term loans. Origination fee of $150. Annual fee of $150 is waived for the first year of your Credit Line account, and assessed annually thereafter. Enroll in Autopay to make payments on your Credit Line account within 90 days from date it is opened and get a $50 credit to your Credit Line account. The $50 credit will be applied to the account after the origination fee is posted. Other restrictions may apply. Subject to credit approval.
Business Advantage Term Loan: For the limited time beginning with applications dated May 3, 2019, and ending with applications dated on or before June 30, 2019, the interest rate on your Business Advantage Term Loan will be no higher than an annual fixed rate of 5.75%. Your actual interest rate will be based on your creditworthiness, business relationship with Bank of America and the length of the loan. All applications for credit are subject to credit approval, and loan amounts and interest rates are subject to creditworthiness. Some restrictions may apply. The Bank may prohibit use of the loan to pay off or pay down another account at the Bank.
Business Advantage Term Loan: For the limited time beginning with applications dated May 3, 2019, and ending with applications dated on or before June 30, 2019, the interest rate on your Business Advantage Term Loan will be no higher than an annual fixed rate of 5.75%. Your actual interest rate will be based on your creditworthiness, business relationship with Bank of America and the length of the loan. All applications for credit are subject to credit approval, and loan amounts and interest rates are subject to creditworthiness. Some restrictions may apply. The Bank may prohibit use of the loan to pay off or pay down another account at the Bank.
Business Advantage Auto Loan
Purchase or refinance the cars, vans and light trucks that help keep your business moving.
Keep your business rolling
Vehicle financing made easy with competitive rates and flexible terms.
Loan amount
From $10,000
Loan term
48 to 72 months
More small business loans
We'll help you get the financing you need with fast loan processing times and flexible terms.
Commercial real estate
Purchase the land or buildings your business needs as it grows. Leverage your equity and invest in your business.
Loan amount: From $25,000
Interest rate: As low as 5.00%Disclosure2 † Fixed rates
Loan terms: Up to 10 years (with balloon payment); Up to 15 years (with full amortization)
Qualifications: Minimum 2 years in business under existing ownership; minimum $250,000 in annual revenue
Go to commercial real estate loans
More info: Introduction to Buying Commercial Property
Equipment loans
Equip your business with the tools and machinery it needs to get work done.
Loan amount: From $25,000
Interest rate: As low as 5.00%Disclosure2 † Fixed rates
Loan terms: Up to 5 years (when secured by business assets)
Qualifications: Minimum 2 years in business under existing ownership; minimum $250,000 in annual revenue
More info: Tax Benefits & Drawbacks When Leasing for your Business
Secured business line of credit
Support ongoing operational expenses with a line of credit typically secured by a blanket lien on your assets or a certificate of deposit.
Loan amount: From $25,000
Interest rate: As low as 6.00%Disclosure2 † Fixed rates
Loan terms: revolving with annual renewal
Qualifications: Minimum 2 years in business under existing ownership; minimum $250,000 in annual revenue
Learn: What is a Business Line of Credit & How Does it Work?
Secured business loans
Expand your business or refinance debt with a loan secured by your choice of collateral.
Loan amount: From $25,000
Interest rate: As low as 5.00%Disclosure2 † Fixed rates
Loan terms: up to 4 years (when secured by business assets); up to 5 years (when secured by CDs)
Qualifications: Minimum 2 years in business under existing ownership; minimum $250,000 in annual revenue
Health care practice loans
Start or grow your practice with loans for doctors, dentists and veterinarians.
Advertised as low as rate is effective as of January 1, 2019 and is subject to change. Your actual interest rate may differ based on your creditworthiness, overall business relationship with Bank of America and line amount.
Applying for a small business loan
Expand this section to learn more about how to apply and the information you’ll need for your application.
How to apply for small business financing:
- You can apply for a Business Advantage Auto Loan online
- If you use Small Business Online Banking, you can apply for an unsecured business loan or unsecured business line of credit online
- You can apply for any small business loan by scheduling an appointment at your convenience
- Most Bank of America financing requires that your business be under ownership for at least 2 years. In business for less than 2 years? Learn more about SBA loans
Information you'll need to apply includes:
- Business documentation such as filing documents, organizing documents, articles of incorporation and/or certificate of resolution
- Business name, address and tax ID
- State in which the business operates and was formed
- Date the business was established
- The Social Security number, address and date of birth of all business owners
Top FAQs
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