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First Financial Bank

El Dorado, AR 71730

⭐ SBA Preferred Lender
709
Loans Approved
$835.1M
Total Volume
$1.2M
Avg Loan Size
47
States Served

States Served

AlaskaAlabamaArkansasArizonaCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutWashington D.C.DelawareFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIowaIllinoisIndianaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMassachusettsMarylandMaineMichiganMinnesotaMissouriMississippiMontanaNorth CarolinaNebraskaNew JerseyNew MexicoNevadaNew YorkOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaTennesseeTexasUtahVirginiaVIWashingtonWisconsinWest VirginiaWyoming

Top Industries Financed

  • Broilers and Other Meat Type
  • Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services
  • Other Poultry Production
  • Pharmacies and Drug Stores
  • Veterinary Services

Quick Summary

First Financial Bank is an SBA-approved lender headquartered in El Dorado, Arkansas. They are an SBA Preferred Lender, meaning they can approve loans without prior SBA review. Since 2020, they have approved 709 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $835.1M, with an average loan size of $1.2M. They serve businesses across 47 states.

About First Financial Bank

First Financial Bank is an SBA-approved lender headquartered in El Dorado, Arkansas. Since 2020, they have approved 709 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $835.1M, with an average loan size of $1.2M. 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 47 states.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is First Financial Bank an SBA Preferred Lender?

Yes, First Financial 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 First Financial Bank approved?

According to SBA FOIA public records, First Financial Bank has approved 709 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $835.1M since 2020. Their average loan size is $1.2M.

What states does First Financial Bank serve?

First Financial Bank serves businesses in 47 states: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, VI, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming.

How do I apply for an SBA loan with First Financial Bank?

To apply for an SBA 7(a) loan with First Financial 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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