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Business lenders in Tennessee

Banks, credit unions, SBA lenders and specialty lenders that make business loans in Tennessee. Verified lenders sort first. Last checked Nov 1, 2026.

lenders
15
loan officers
0
verified
0
SBA lenders
4
Lenders sort by standing, then by how recently they were checked. Placement is never for sale.How sorting works
BrightBridge Capital logo
BrightBridge CapitalListed
BrightBridge Capital provides nonprofit and for-profit business lending through its CDFI loan fund and SBA 504 work, with fixed-asset and community-development financing often paired with a bank.
CDFIs and community lendersTerm loansSBA 504 loansUnclaimed
Chattanooga, TN
Carter Funding logo
Carter FundingListed
Carter Funding purchases business receivables from startups and established firms, with selective invoice funding and customer-credit limits. Its FAQ describes renewable 12-month agreements and recourse repurchase of invoices that remain unpaid.
Factoring companiesInvoice factoringWorking capital loansUnclaimed
Memphis, TN
I
InsBankListed
INSBANK provides commercial lending in Middle Tennessee and specialized healthcare finance through its Medquity division, including practice acquisitions, equipment, property and growth capital.
BanksBusiness lines of creditWorking capital loansUnclaimed
Nashville, TN
PB
Paragon BankListed
Paragon Bank offers business working-capital and receivable/inventory lines, equipment and vehicle loans, acquisition finance and SBA/USDA-backed lending.
BanksBusiness lines of creditWorking capital loansUnclaimed
Memphis, TN
River City Capital logo
River City CapitalListed
River City Capital provides community business loans in Memphis, with named programs for early growth, established businesses, owner-occupied property and contractors.
Direct business lendersTerm loansWorking capital loansUnclaimed
Memphis, TN
Security Bank and Trust Company logo
Security Bank and Trust CompanyListed
Security Bank and Trust Company in Tennessee offers business equipment financing, credit lines, commercial mortgages and construction loans. Its local lenders tailor credit to each business.
BanksBusiness lines of creditEquipment financingUnclaimed
Paris, TN
Stonebridge Financial Services logo
Stonebridge Financial ServicesListed
Stonebridge Financial Services purchases commercial invoices to support small-business cash flow.
Factoring companiesInvoice factoringWorking capital loansUnclaimed
Brentwood, TN
Three Roots Capital logo
Three Roots CapitalListed
Three Roots Capital provides commercial loans and impact capital for businesses and community projects in Tennessee and surrounding Appalachia.
Direct business lendersTerm loansCommercial real estate loansUnclaimed
Knoxville, TN
BO
Bank of TennesseeListed
Bank of Tennessee offers equipment, working-capital, real-estate and ownership-transition financing. Its business pages describe machinery and computer purchases alongside customized commercial lines.
BanksBusiness acquisition loansCommercial real estate loansUnclaimed
Kingsport, TN
FH
First Horizon BankListed
First Horizon’s BizEssentials term loan has separate secured and unsecured amount limits. Its SBA process includes an underwriting decision followed by a distinct closing stage.
BanksEquipment financingTerm loansUnclaimed
Memphis, TN
F
FirstBankListed
FirstBank describes local relationship-led business lending for working capital, equipment, owner-occupied and investment real estate, professional-practice growth and letters of credit. Its published pages direct borrowers to local branches for current rates and emphasize credit review rather…
BanksUnclaimed
Nashville, TN
JB
JB&B CapitalListed
JB&B Capital offers equipment finance with an application-only process up to $500,000 for qualified customers. The simplified-documentation limit should not be mistaken for its overall lending ceiling.
Equipment lessorsEquipment financingUnclaimed
Knoxville, TN
Pathway Lending logo
Pathway LendingListed
Pathway Lending finances established Tennessee businesses through term loans and working-capital credit. Its application screens for at least one year operating and pairs lending with education.
Direct business lendersEquipment financingWorking capital loansUnclaimed
Nashville, TN
PB
Pinnacle BankListed
Pinnacle offers secured and unsecured business borrowing, equipment loans and property-backed credit. Its SBA team provides an alternative route where conventional structures do not fit.
BanksCommercial real estate loansEquipment financingUnclaimed
Nashville, TN
SmartBank logo
SmartBankListed
SmartBank offers conventional business credit, government-guaranteed programs and dealer floor-plan financing. Its floor-plan menu covers vehicle and equipment dealers, while its private-bank offering adds acquisition and operating credit for qualifying owners.
BanksBusiness acquisition loansCommercial real estate loansUnclaimed
Pigeon Forge, TN

How do I know a Tennessee lender is legitimate?

Look for a charter or license link, verified status, SBA or CDFI approval where it applies, and fees in writing. Every one of those links to its official source on the entry.

What does a lender look at first?

Cash flow, credit, collateral, time in business and how much of your own money is in the deal. Each lender's minimums show on its entry so you can check fit before you call.

How does a lender get on the register?

Entries start from public records: charters, program lists and business filings. Standing rises as the lender claims its entry, adds its loan officers and verifies its details.

What happens when I request contact?

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