Small Business Startup Loans in North Carolina

If you have a good idea and a little bit of business savvy, a small business startup loan can serve as the cornerstone to your fortune. Whether it’s a traditional business loan, credit line, commercial mortgage, construction loan or business credit card, First Bank* can provide the foundation you need to become your own success story.

Sign up for a free small business financial consultation with one of our experts or visit your nearest North Carolina First Bank to learn more about a small business startup loan.

Small Business Loans from First Bank

First Bank’s small business startup loan offerings include:

Lump-sum loan to finance equipment or vehicles
Business credit card for all those everyday business expenses
Business line of credit for continued borrowing
Commercial mortgage so you can buy the business space of your dreams
Construction loan for starting from scratch or renovation projects

Learn more about how First Bank’s small business start up loans can help you succeed.

Using a Loan to Start a North Carolina Small Business

Our support for small businesses extends well beyond startup loans. Utilize our Financial Education Center to read about valuable information for small business owners including:

How to evaluate a location for business potential.
Tips for marketing a small business and social media strategies.
Common cash management mistakes and how to avoid them.
How to utilize Google to help new customers find you.
Ways to thank your customers and cultivate loyalty.
How to gather customer data.

Come to First Bank for a small business startup loan and turn your idea into a success story! Contact us or stop by a North Carolina First Bank location near you.

For even more information on First Bank, read our articles on what’s required to open a business checking account, construction loans in North Carolina, and small business credit card comparisons.

Loans subject to credit approval.

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