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Business Acquisition and Franchise Loans

Grow your business with a franchise or business acquisition loan from Mountain America.
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Get the right business acquisition loan

Whether you are becoming part of a franchise, buying out a partner or purchasing an existing business, Mountain America has options to help make your dreams a reality.

Acquisition loans can be used to purchase franchises, dental offices, accounting firms, restaurants, medical practices and many other business types.

Take advantage of Mountain America’s extensive tools and knowledge to prepare for business ownership and long-term success.

Benefits of franchise and business acquisition loans
  • Ownership buyouts
  • 7(a) SBA loan program
  • Competitive rates
  • Up to 10-year terms
  • Must be secured with fixed-asset collateral

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Acquire the business or franchise you’ve always wanted. Contact a loan officer or visit your nearest branch.

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Business acquisition loans FAQs

How much money can you borrow to buy a business?

Typically, business acquisition loans range anywhere from $50,000 up to $5 million.

How do you get a business acquisition loan?

  1. Determine which business or franchise you want to purchase.
  2. Determine the amount of money you want to borrow.
  3. Check your personal and business credit scores.
  4. Gather all the requested documents and information for the lender.
  5. Apply for a business acquisition loan.

How hard is it to get a business loan to buy an existing business?

The application process for business loans does tend to take longer and requires more documentation. It is best to be prepared with all the necessary information the lender requests and work on obtaining a credit score of at least 650 to ensure the application process goes smoothly.

What is an acquisition loan?

A business acquisition loan gives a company or person the opportunity to grow by borrowing money to purchase an existing business, become part of a franchise, or purchase a specific asset.

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