Top SBA Acquisition Lenders in New Hampshire
21 active SBA 7(a) lenders in New Hampshire, ranked by loan volume.
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Top Lenders in New Hampshire
Top 21 Lenders in New Hampshire
| # | Lender | Loans | Volume | Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Live Oak Bank | 7 | $16.7M | P+1.50% | 0.8% |
| 2 | Merrimack County Savings Bank | 6 | $2.4M | P+0.00% | 0.0% |
| 3 | The Huntington National Bank | 4 | $18.0M | P+2.25% | 1.7% |
| 4 | BayFirst National Bank | 4 | $2.0M | P+2.75% | 4.5% |
| 5 | NBT Bank, National Association | 4 | $776K | P+0.00% | 0.0% |
| 6 | Bank of New Hampshire | 4 | $374K | P+0.00% | 0.0% |
| 7 | St. Mary's Bank | 3 | $5.1M | P+0.00% | 0.0% |
| 8 | Kennebunk Savings Bank | 3 | $796K | P+0.00% | 0.0% |
| 9 | Byline Bank | 2 | $8.4M | P+2.75% | 1.6% |
| 10 | Brookline Bank | 2 | $5.4M | P+2.50% | 1.0% |
| 11 | First Seacoast Bank | 2 | $4.9M | P+1.50% | 0.0% |
| 12 | Dogwood State Bank | 2 | $3.3M | P+2.75% | 1.3% |
| 13 | Meredith Village Savings Bank | 2 | $1.6M | P+1.00% | 0.0% |
| 14 | Savings Bank of Walpole | 2 | $1.0M | P+0.00% | 0.0% |
| 15 | Bangor Savings Bank | 2 | $510K | P+0.00% | 0.0% |
| 16 | Platinum Bank | 1 | $4.8M | P+2.75% | 0.0% |
| 17 | Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company | 1 | $3.5M | P+2.00% | 1.3% |
| 18 | TowneBank | 1 | $1.6M | P+2.75% | 0.4% |
| 19 | Rockland Trust Company | 1 | $1.2M | P+0.00% | 0.0% |
| 20 | Webster Bank National Association | 1 | $1.1M | P+2.75% | 1.6% |
| 21 | Triangle CU | 1 | $60K | P+0.00% | 0.0% |
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New Hampshire has 21 active SBA 7(a) acquisition lenders that have originated a combined 55 loans totaling $83.8M in volume. The median acquisition loan size in New Hampshire is $1136K, with a median interest rate of Prime + 2.63% (Prime + spread).
When evaluating SBA lenders in New Hampshire, consider loan volume (a proxy for experience), interest rates, and historical default rates. Lenders designated as PLP (Preferred Lender Program) have delegated authority from the SBA to approve loans, which typically results in faster processing times.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many SBA 7(a) lenders are active in New Hampshire?
There are currently 21 active SBA 7(a) lenders in New Hampshire based on FOIA lending data. These lenders have originated 55 acquisition loans.
What is the typical SBA loan rate in New Hampshire?
The median SBA 7(a) acquisition loan rate in New Hampshire is Prime + 2.63% (current Prime rate: 6.75%). Rates are typically expressed as Prime plus a spread, with the SBA capping the spread at 3.0% for loans over $250,000.
What is a PLP lender?
A PLP (Preferred Lender Program) lender has been granted delegated authority by the SBA to make credit decisions without prior SBA review. This typically means faster loan processing and approval timelines.
Data source: SBA 7(a) FOIA lending data. Rankings are based on loan count within the selected dimension. Rates shown are median interest rates expressed as Prime + spread. Default rates represent 10-year cumulative default rates. Data is refreshed periodically and may not reflect the most recent lending activity.