SBX

Finance Your Small Business With an SBX Loan or Line of Credit

If you’re ready to take your small business to new heights, then you’ve come to the right place. At FCBank, we take pride in our mission to make acquiring a Small Business Xpress loan a simple and straightforward process. Empowering entrepreneurs with knowledge about SBX loans is the cornerstone of our strategy for financing your business’s needs. With our lending experts, this financing is at your fingertips.

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Use your funding to do things like:

Purchase a Vehicle

Purchase a Vehicle

Purchase Equipment

Purchase Equipment​

Get Working Capital

Get Working Capital

Refinance Existing Business Debt

Refinance Existing
Business Debt

What You Need to Know About Small Business Xpress Financing

Businesses can apply for a Small Business Xpress (“SBX”) term loan or line of credit online for as little as $5,000 and up to $100,000. It only takes about 15 minutes to complete the application. You will get an answer to your request just a few minutes after a completed application is submitted and all supporting documents have been submitted. We break down the entire process in detail, to help get prospective borrowers up to speed and ready to receive the funding shortly after. We want our clients to apply for their SBX Loan or LOC with the highest confidence, backed by the knowledge of our lending specialists.

We recommend that you have the following documents ready in electronic format before you start the application as you will be asked to upload them as part of the application:

  • Two years of the most recent Business tax returns
  • Two years of the most recent Personal tax returns for each owner/guarantor for all owners who own 20% or more of the company
  • Business Entity Documentation
  • Personal Identification Documents

Frequently Asked Questions About SBX

What loan products are available?

We offer term loans for up to 5 years and a line of credit that requires an annual review.

How do I apply?

We offer a simplified application process. You can easily apply online in about 15 minutes.

How much can I get a loan for?

You can apply for a term loan or line of credit from $5,000 up to $100,000.

What can I use the money for, is any use prohibited?

The loan funds can be used for any legal business purpose such as:
  1. Purchase a vehicle.
  2. Purchase business equipment
  3. In certain circumstances, refinance existing business debt.
  4. Working capital.

How long must I be in business to apply for the loan?

Your company must be in business for no less than 2 years to be eligible.

What documents are required for a loan request?

You will need to provide the following documents:
  • Two years of the most recent Business tax returns.
  • Two years of the most recent Personal tax returns for each owner/guarantor for all owners who own 20% or more of the company.
  • Business Entity Documentation
    • Corporation: Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws
    • Limited Liability Company: Articles of Organization and Operating Agreement
    • Partnership: Partnership Agreement
    • Doing Business As (DBA): DBA Certificate
  • Personal Identification Documents
    • Driver’s License
    • Passport

Do I need to fax or email in any documents?

You can upload the required documents through our loan portal.

Will I need to provide additional documents such as invoices, vehicle title etc. when applying for a loan or equipment loan?

No, you will not need to provide additional documents up front.

Will I have to guarantee the loan?

Yes, we will require the unlimited personal guarantee of 20% or more owners of the business.

Is the loan unsecured?

No, the loan will be secured by a general lien on the company’s assets. Please review the collateral agreement in the online application for more information.

If I obtain a vehicle loan, will you file a lien on the title?

No, we will file a UCC on all assets of the business.

Will the loan be reported to the credit bureaus or reflected on my personal credit report?

The loan is considered a commercial loan and is not reported on your personal credit report.

How will you determine to approve or decline my loan request?

Your business’s eligibility and loan offer will be based on our overall assessment of your business’ financial condition. We will evaluate the credit history of the business owner(s) and the business to determine whether to approve the request, the loan amount, and the pricing.

Can I request more than one loan online?

Yes, but you can only request one loan at a time up to a maximum of a $100,000 in the aggregate.

Will I have to visit a branch location to execute loan documents?

No, loan documents will be delivered to you electronically through DocuSign.

How is the payment amount on my Line of Credit calculated when I see my offer?

The estimated payment amount is based on the line of credit being fully advanced with a payment of 2% of the loan balance plus accrued interest at the initial interest rate.

My loan was referred for manual review. What happens next?

An underwriter from our Small Business Loan Center will review your application and tax returns and you will be advised of the outcome of that review.  We may contact you for additional information through email.

If my application is not approved, can I reapply?

Yes. You are welcome to apply for a loan product in the future if your financial situation changes.

Must the business name entered match exactly the legal name of the company?

Yes, the name entered must match the legal name of the company.

How will I receive the loan funds?

Your loan funds will be deposited into your business checking account with us within 24 – 48 hours of receipt of all properly executed loan documents. When you take advances on your line of credit those proceeds will be deposited into your business checking account.

My partner(s) will need to provide documents for the loan request. How will this be accomplished?

The other owners/guarantors will be sent a link to the application that has been started so that they can provided the necessary documents. The link will be sent to the email address you provided for each owner/guarantor. The email should arrive within 24 hrs.

How soon will my payments begin?

Your loan payments will be due approximately 30 days after the funds have been disbursed.

Can I choose which of my accounts at the Bank is to receive the loan funds?

Yes, you can indicate which business checking account is to be used if you have more than one existing business account. If you are opening a new account, we will deposit the funds into the new account once it is established.

Why do I have to provide information on each owner of the business?

We are required by Federal regulations to identify all owners of the business.

Why do you need my mobile phone number?

We will utilize your cell phone number to contact you should the need arise as well as to send you messages via text should there be a problem, or we have questions.

How can I access funds in my line of credit?

You can request an advance on your line of credit through your business eBanking account.

Can I add more than one address?

We require a physical address. You may also add a separate mailing address.

Why didn’t I receive any offers?

Due to the credit characteristics of your business and/or guarantor(s), we were unable to auto decision the loan request and present financing options. Your loan request will be reviewed to determine if we can provide a financing option.

Can I choose a specific payment date?

Your payment date is approximately 30 days from closing.

How much will I be charged for obtaining a loan or line of credit?

An origination fee will be charged equal to 1% of the commitment amount, not to exceed $250.00. The fee will be deducted from the proceeds of the loan or advanced as a draw on your line of credit. An annual review fee of $100 will be charged on your line of credit.

Can the borrower elect to pay the origination fee upfront rather than taking fee out of loan proceeds?

The fees can be paid out of pocket from a divisional business checking account, paid out of the loan proceeds or the line of credit. Please advise the SBX team when processing the loan at sbx@cnbbank.bank

What will my monthly payment be?

Your monthly payment will be determined by the type of the loan approved. Term loan payments will be based on the annual percentage rate and term you select. Your estimated payment will be displayed on the Offers Page. Lines of Credit require a minimum payment of 2% of the outstanding balance plus interest accrued monthly.

Can I pay off my term loan early without penalty?

A fee of 2% of the outstanding loan amount will be charged if you refinance your loan with another bank. Otherwise, there is no prepayment fee.

Are there fees charged when drawing on my Line of Credit?

No fees are charged for advances on your line of credit.

Will my interest rate change on a line of credit?

The interest rate that you see on your line of credit offer is the initial rate based on the current Prime Rate plus margin. This rate will change whenever Prime changes.

What do you mean by Joint Intent?

As guarantor, you are applying for joint credit with the business indicated on this application.

What is a U.S. Person in the certification language?

A U.S. citizen or other person legally authorized to reside in the United States.

What is a Politically Exposed Person (PEP)?

A politically exposed person is one who has been entrusted with a prominent public function. A PEP generally presents a higher risk for potential involvement in bribery and corruption by virtue of their position and the influence that they may hold.

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If you’re interested in learning more about our SBX Loan and Line of Credit options, please contact one of our representatives.

How to contact us:

  • Call 1-888-982-0570 to speak to a member of the SBX Credit Team, Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm EST.

  • Email the SBX Credit Team at sbx@cnbbank.bank.

 

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