Citizens Bank

• Loan Types
• Resources

Loan Types

With Citizens Bank, borrowers may be able to obtain a number of varying loan types. These include:

• SBA 7(a)
• SBA 504
• SBA Express loans

Resources

Their SBA resources also include helpful tips for applying for SBA loans, FAQs, a glossary of SBA terms, choosing the right SBA loan, and other pertinent information about the SBA loan process. For all lending types, the interest rates will vary based on the prime rate and on the loan amount, the term length, and more. Citizens Bank does not offer any unsecured loans or lines of credit. All of their standard borrowing options must be secured by general business assets or, in some instances, real estate. There are three general types of funding options:

• A business flex loan is mainly for purchasing business equipment or vehicles over a period of time and includes a six-month purchasing period that operates much like a line of credit.
• A business term loan is a standard loan that deposits the funds as one lump sum instead of over a period of time. The loan amounts extend up to $350,000. Interest rates can be fixed or variable and can potentially be a little lower than those for business flex loans.
• A revolving line of credit is also available to small business owners.

• Requirements
• Missing Information
• Limited Service Area
• Must Have Account

Requirements

While Citizens Bank does not reveal a limit for a company's annual revenue, both business and personal tax documents are required for loan applications. Financial statements and proof of ongoing revenue may be required as well. A credit score is also necessary, though there is not a cutoff number for that, either. There is a one-time documentation fee of $250 for all loan types, and a $150 minimum annual fee for all lines of credit.

Missing Information

Other pieces of information Citizens Bank does not provide include the following:

• Interest rates
• Term Length
• Application requirements (credit score, time in business, current revenue)
• Prepayment penalties

Limited Service Area

There are only 18 states with physical Citizens Bank locations which greatly limits who can use their services.

Must Have Account

Applicants do not have to be previously established customers, but do need to have or set up a Citizens Bank business checking account for automatic payments on their borrowed amounts. Once all the documentation has been received, applicants can generally expect to hear back within five business days, with an additional two weeks to close on a loan.