This guide can help you determine if a loan is the answer for your business and if it is let you know what you’ll need to apply and qualify for one.
Getting ready to apply for a loan is a process. It takes time and work. We strive to support and empower you in this — and in all stages of your business journey. We suggest you spend some time over several sittings working through the steps outlined in the guide.
You may also find our Tools for Business Owners webpage helpful. It includes downloadable and online resources to a variety of templates, checklists and worksheets. And be sure to check out our customer stories below!
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Supporting Black Farmers and Black Land Ownership
A bridge loan can make a big difference, enabling a nonprofit to get started on a project before a capital campaign is complete or grant funding has been received.
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A Dream Center for AYCO
AYCO wanted to purchase a building that would provide stability and let them grow. Craft3’s Shari’a-compliant Musharakah financing let them purchase their building.
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A Flagship Location for the Salvadorean Bakery
Aminta and Ana had run a bakery in a leased space for many years, but wanted to purchase a building that could become a flagship location. Craft3 provided a owner-occupied real estate loan to let them acquire a property.