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Louisiana's vibrant economy is driven by energy, petrochemicals, tourism, hospitality, healthcare, and one of America's most celebrated food and restaurant scenes. With over $1.5 billion in annual SBA loan approvals, the Pelican State has a deep bench of SBA-experienced lenders who understand the state's unique industries and cyclical dynamics.
FundMySBA connects Louisiana entrepreneurs with lenders who know the local terrain — from iconic restaurants and boutique hotels in the French Quarter, to energy service companies in Lafayette and Lake Charles, to medical practices in Baton Rouge and Metairie. Louisiana's port infrastructure, energy corridor, and world-class tourism create a diversified lending landscape with strong deal flow.
Restaurant acquisitions, hotel purchases, bar and nightlife venues, catering operations, and tourism businesses across Louisiana.
Oilfield service companies, equipment financing, fabrication shops, petrochemical suppliers, and energy services working capital.
Office buildings, retail space, mixed-use developments, and owner-occupied commercial property. 10% down with SBA 504.
Practice acquisitions, medical office buildings, dental offices, urgent care centers, and healthcare facilities statewide.
Franchise buildout, multi-unit expansion, QSR franchises, and real estate for SBA-approved brands across Louisiana.
Port service businesses, shipping logistics, marine equipment, warehouse facilities, and supply chain operations.
Louisiana businesses can access SBA 7(a) loans up to $5M for working capital, equipment, and acquisitions; SBA 504 loans up to $5.5M for commercial real estate and heavy equipment with fixed rates and 10% down; SBA Express loans up to $500K with 36-hour approval; and SBA Microloans up to $50K for startups.
Absolutely. New Orleans is one of America's top dining destinations, and SBA loans are widely used for restaurant acquisitions, buildouts, and expansions. SBA 7(a) loans cover business acquisitions including goodwill and equipment, while SBA 504 loans finance the purchase of restaurant buildings with 10% down. Lenders in our network have deep experience with NOLA's hospitality economy.
Louisiana's energy sector creates both opportunity and cyclicality. SBA lenders experienced with Louisiana understand oil and gas service company revenue patterns and adjust underwriting accordingly. Energy service businesses, oilfield equipment companies, and petrochemical suppliers are strong SBA candidates, especially when they can demonstrate diversified revenue streams.
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