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East West Bank

PASADENA, CA 91101

⭐ SBA Preferred Lender
749
Loans Approved
$624.9M
Total Volume
$834K
Avg Loan Size
30
States Served

States Served

AlabamaArkansasArizonaCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIowaIllinoisIndianaKansasLouisianaMassachusettsMarylandMichiganMinnesotaMissouriNorth CarolinaNew JerseyNevadaNew YorkOhioOregonPennsylvaniaSouth CarolinaTennesseeTexasVirginiaWashington

Top Industries Financed

  • Full-Service Restaurants
  • Limited-Service Restaurants
  • Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers
  • Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels
  • Offices of Dentists

Quick Summary

East West Bank is an SBA-approved lender headquartered in PASADENA, California. They are an SBA Preferred Lender, meaning they can approve loans without prior SBA review. Since 2020, they have approved 749 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $624.9M, with an average loan size of $834K. They serve businesses across 30 states.

About East West Bank

East West Bank is an SBA-approved lender headquartered in PASADENA, California. Since 2020, they have approved 749 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $624.9M, with an average loan size of $834K. 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 30 states.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East West Bank an SBA Preferred Lender?

Yes, East West Bank 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 East West Bank approved?

According to SBA FOIA public records, East West Bank has approved 749 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $624.9M since 2020. Their average loan size is $834K.

What states does East West Bank serve?

East West Bank serves businesses in 30 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington.

How do I apply for an SBA loan with East West Bank?

To apply for an SBA 7(a) loan with East West Bank, 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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