Our compilation is a product of exclusive research into small business financing providers in Montana, using confirmed data. The organizations are ranked according to the number of small business loans they've dispensed within the current year.
Essentially, this means the financial institutions and lenders listed are the ones that issue the most loans to small businesses in the state.
(This sets us apart from many other online sources, which often highlight non-lending nonprofit entities and government initiatives that are out of reach for many businesses!)
Takeaway: Most small business lending in Montana is done by small by local, Montana-based banks. There are plenty of financing options for farmers.
Methodology: Drawing from SBA 7a loan information, each lender mentioned provides SBA loans. Additionally, we've cataloged the various small business lending options they advertise on their websites.
Given the reality that conventional banks often demand strong credit ratings and a business history of more than two years, our compilation begins with two financing solutions aimed at small business proprietors grappling with poor credit and a brief tenure in their venture.