Contractor Lending

Get the capital you need to deliver on contracts, grow your business, and strengthen your community.

Short-term, contract-based mobilization, equipment financing and payroll support for small business contractors.

Fast, Flexible Funding for Small Business Contractors

Loan Amounts: $50,000–$1,000,000

Advance Rate: Up to 30% of contract or PO value

Term: 3–24 months

Interest Rate: 5.5% fixed

Fees: $250 application fee, 3.5% closing fee

Repayment: Assignment of proceeds from contract payments

Site Inspection: Required prior to closing

Who Can Apply?

Business Location: New York State

Minimum Credit Score: 600 FICO

Annual Revenue: $150,000+

Business History: 1+ years in operation

For-Profit Businesses Only: Excludes speculative real estate, developers, and financing businesses

Social Impact: Preference for businesses in LMI/underserved communities, majority women/minority/disadvantaged ownership, or those employing LMI workers

How It Works

Quick Inquiry: Submit your interest and basic business info.

Screening: We review your eligibility and contract details.

Assessment: We validate your contract and determine your advance amount.

Underwriting: Submit document application, financials, contract/PO, insurance, etc.

Closing & Funding: Sign documents, complete a site inspection, and receive your funds.

Support: Ongoing monitoring and technical assistance.

Eligible Uses for Contractor Loans

  • Working capital
  • Staffing
  • Equipment or inventory
  • Insurance and materials
  • Leasehold improvements
  • Debt refinancing related to contract fulfillment
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For more information, call Mark Brazier, SVP of Contractor Lending, at 914-747-8061 or send email to mbrazier@communitycapitalny.org.

Thank you for your interest in a contractor-based loan from Community Capital New York. We provide contract-based financing to businesses in New York State. This product is designed for businesses that have secured contracts or purchase orders (POs) and need short-term working capital to fulfill those obligations.

We offer Contractor loans from $50,000 to $1,000,000 and are certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

We look forward to assisting you with your financing needs.

Your information is never sold to, given or shared with anyone, ever!