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CDC Small Business Finance Corp.

San Diego, CA 92106

⭐ SBA Preferred Lender
1,644
Loans Approved
$262.2M
Total Volume
$159K
Avg Loan Size
40
States Served

States Served

ArizonaCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutWashington D.C.DelawareFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIowaIdahoIllinoisIndianaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMassachusettsMarylandMichiganMissouriMississippiMontanaNorth CarolinaNebraskaNew JerseyNew MexicoNevadaNew YorkOhioOregonPennsylvaniaSouth CarolinaTennesseeTexasUtahVirginiaWashingtonWisconsinWest VirginiaWyoming

Top Industries Financed

  • Home Health Care Services
  • Limited-Service Restaurants
  • Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers
  • Full-Service Restaurants
  • Other Personal Care Services

Quick Summary

CDC Small Business Finance Corp. is an SBA-approved lender headquartered in San Diego, California. They are an SBA Preferred Lender, meaning they can approve loans without prior SBA review. Since 2020, they have approved 1,644 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $262.2M, with an average loan size of $159K. They serve businesses across 40 states.

About CDC Small Business Finance Corp.

CDC Small Business Finance Corp. is an SBA-approved lender headquartered in San Diego, California. Since 2020, they have approved 1,644 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $262.2M, with an average loan size of $159K. As an SBA Preferred Lender, they have delegated authority to approve SBA loans without prior SBA review, resulting in faster processing times. They serve businesses across 40 states.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is CDC Small Business Finance Corp. an SBA Preferred Lender?

Yes, CDC Small Business Finance Corp. is an SBA Preferred Lender (PLP). This means they have delegated authority from the SBA to approve loans without prior SBA review, resulting in faster approvals — typically 7–10 business days instead of 4–6 weeks.

How many SBA loans has CDC Small Business Finance Corp. approved?

According to SBA FOIA public records, CDC Small Business Finance Corp. has approved 1,644 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $262.2M since 2020. Their average loan size is $159K.

What states does CDC Small Business Finance Corp. serve?

CDC Small Business Finance Corp. serves businesses in 40 states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming.

How do I apply for an SBA loan with CDC Small Business Finance Corp.?

To apply for an SBA 7(a) loan with CDC Small Business Finance Corp., contact them directly through the form on this page. Before applying, check your FICO SBSS score (the SBA's pre-screening score) and have your financial statements, business plan, and tax returns ready. Most SBA lenders require 2+ years in business, $100K+ annual revenue, and a personal credit score of 640+.

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