MOST SMALL BUSINESSES HAVE SOMETHING STANDING IN THE WAY OF GROWTH. WE HELP THEM SECURE THE FINANCING THEY NEED TO OVERCOME IT.

Our mission is to promote business investment and job creation by providing SBA 504 and Ohio 166 loans to small businesses for buildings and equipment. Sometimes that means lending directly to businesses, other times it means partnering with their existing lender. But the end result is the same: we help small businesses across Ohio secure the financing they need to grow.

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HOW WE CAN HELP

We provide real estate and equipment loans with low-interest fixed rates that help small businesses grow.

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WE MAKE THE PROCESS EASY

We think our borrowers should focus on growing their small business, not filling out forms.

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WHO WE WORK WITH

Sometimes we partner with a lender, other times we work directly with a small business owner.

Borrower Spotlight: JLD Contruction

July 18, 2024

Website: https://www.jld-construction.com/ Location: Columbus County: Franklin Lending Partner: Buckeye State Bank JLD Construction is a heavy construction equipment company based in Columbus, Ohio working primarily on highway, airport, and commercial projects. They are a veteran-owned and minority-owned small business focused on bringing expanded diversity and experience to modernize Ohio’s construction industry.  OSDC worked with Buckeye State Bank to secure […]

How to Find the Right Banker for Your Small Business

June 18, 2024

  A common misconception is that a bank is just a place for your checking account. However, almost every bank has dedicated business bankers who can offer much more, especially for small businesses. These professionals help manage cash flow, assist with payroll, and provide strategic advice on taxes and debt management. They can even help […]

SBA Expands 504 Loan Program for Clean Energy Projects

June 3, 2024

The U.S. Small Business Administration has expanded the SBA 504 Loan Program to help clean energy projects access capital. This effort is part of a larger initiative by the Biden-Harris Administration to encourage investments in the clean energy economy. As of May 30, 2024, any project that qualifies for the SBA 504 program and has […]