No matter what industry you’re in, the success of a new business relies heavily on branding. From your values and image to your expertise and authority, your brand tells the story of your business in a way that grabs the attention of your ideal customers and clients.

South End Capital a division of Stearns Bank N.A., a nationwide $2.2 billion direct lender and technology-enabled business, real estate, and equipment loan platform, has announced 504 equipment financings totaling approximately $34 million in the month of September.

South End Capital announced today that by popular demand—it has created templates which approved referral partners can white-label with their contact information and logo to market the firm’s financing programs. The program templates, along with detailed instructions, can be accessed on the “Resources” page of the South End Capital partner portal.

South End Capital a division of Stearns Bank N.A., a nationwide $2.2 billion direct lender and technology-enabled business, real estate, and equipment loan platform, has announced over $100 million or real estate, equipment, and business financings in August. Highlighted transactions included a number of large-balance ground-up construction, and opportunistic bridge financings.

South End Capital a division of Stearns Bank N.A., a nationwide $2.2 billion direct lender and technology-enabled business, real estate, and equipment loan platform, has announced 527 equipment financings totaling approximately $35 million in the month of August.

South End Capital a division of Stearns Bank N.A., a nationwide $2.2 billion direct lender and technology-enabled business, real estate, and equipment loan platform, has announced a $90,402 equipment financing. This financing assisted a Georgia-based dental practice with an expansion opportunity on the heels of the pandemic-induced economic downturn.

South End Capital provided a 1st mortgage commercial real estate “CRE” financing for debt consolidation and working capital. A 25-year term loan at a 6% rate was delivered. Additionally, the nationwide lender provided financing to purchase dental equipment, funded a 90% LTV, and a 60-month term with a 3-month delayed payment start date.

Stearns Bank N.A., a financial institution in Minnesota, has acquired South End Capital Corporation and its digital lending platform to expand financing options and banking services for businesses. Noah Grayson, founder and president, South End Capital, and his team will join Stearns Bank as a specialized Stearns Bank division, accelerating each company’s digital innovation and their shared vision to deliver real estate investors and business owners the premier marketplace for banking services and customized, affordable financing through an advanced online banking platform.

With the looming shade of Covid-19 slowly dissipating and vaccines rolling out, tourism is likely to resume in some capacity in the near future. Real estate investors have the perfect entry point into the hospitality real estate investment market. With so many businesses looking to cash out, it’s easier to acquire real estate investments now than ever before.

One of the most contentious things that a real estate investor can attempt to do is tell the future. We’re not talking about crystal balls and reading palms but predicting the state of a property within the next few years. However, estimation of the rise in property value is directly linked to many factors, ranging from viability in the current locale to the market factors impacting residential and commercial purchases.

Below is a recent interview SuperbCrew conducted with our CEO, Noah Grayson, discussing the benefits of technology in loan origination.

PPP financing has been activated as a program option on all South End Capital Referral Partner referral links. Existing partners can log in to their Partner Portal to access their referral link and view compensation and program guidelines. Those interested in signing up as a South End Capital Referral Partner to offer PPP loans, and other financing options to their clients, can register here.

We are pleased to announce that we were able to provide financing to businesses in industries that were significantly effected by COVID-19, including a restaurant, nail salon, and more.

Small businesses matter – now more than ever. They are answering the call with innovation and determination like never before. We hope you join us in supporting them by sharing their story far and wide and shopping local!

We refinanced the borrower’s 1st mortgage, provided additional renovations funds, and delivered a 5-year fixed, 25-year commercial mortgage at 7.5%. Retail strip-malls in different states were cross-collateralized for this loan. 

We refinanced the borrower’s 1st mortgage which was coming due and provided a stated income, 30-year fixed commercial mortgage at 8.99%. The tenants included a church, and we funded the loan in only 26 days.

Building a real estate brokerage can be a rewarding and lucrative opportunity, but it isn’t something to rush into. You’ll want to do your research and carefully consider your options before making any major decisions.

Branching out into real estate investment is an exciting opportunity, and if done thoughtfully, can turn a tidy profit for investors. However, this opportunity also comes with risks that can be financially detrimental.

A new RealEstateBees.com survey of over 2,000 active hard money lenders found that despite the negative impact on their business caused by the COVID-19, more than 80% are seeing new opportunities opened by the pandemic.

NORWALK, CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATES, August 24, 2020 /EINPresswire.com/ — South End Capital, a nationwide, non-conforming lender and intermediary providing commercial and non-owner occupied residential real estate mortgages, and business loans, has announced the re-opening of its innovative subprime Small Business Administration (SBA) loan program.

One of the most comforting things about reality is that crises don’t last forever. However, with some situations, the ramifications that a crisis can cause will be felt for months or even years after it ends. The impact of the current events on the commercial real estate industry has been hotly debated, especially in what regards the effects of the ongoing pandemic and resulting social distancing rules that have caused a significant drop in demand for office spaces. The question is how deeply the industry will be affected by these changes in the long term. 

In the rental market, a tenant’s experience usually depends on the potential landlord. While location and space are certainly important when renting, the relationship you have with your property manager can directly impact your quality of life—and you’ll have that relationship until your lease ends.

Branching into the commercial real estate market is often a lucrative investment. However, there are challenges to managing these kinds of properties, especially if you’re new to the industry or have only had experience in the residential sector. To help you successfully enter the world of commercial and retail real estate, we asked the experts of Forbes Real Estate Council to share their personal insights. Below are their top tips for managing commercial and retail properties.

South End Capital did an excellent job and was very creative and responsive to line up our SBA loan! They are a team of committed and caring individuals with deep knowledge on how to get it done. Throughout the process, I felt so lucky to be able to rely on their advice. 

The SBA has issued some additional guidance on the CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) which includes the following:

We thought it was extremely important to inform you that the SBA is now providing advances up to $10,000 to small businesses within 3 days. So while we wait for guidance from the SBA on how to proceed with CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) financing, you should follow these instructions to receive your advance which DOES NOT need to be paid back. 

The United States Congress has passed several measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic designed to help small businesses, including tax rebates, tax filing extensions, business loans, emergency relief, and modified tax treatment. Perhaps the most significant benefit, the paycheck protection loan—also known as the coronavirus loan—can convert into a grant for small business owners that use it to cover payroll costs.

A short while ago the CARES Act was signed into law, making $349 billion available to small businesses! So what does this mean for you? If you already have an application in with us for CARES Act SBA business financing, please be assured that you have a secure place in our queue.

We have received hundreds of emails and calls from business owners confused about the SBA relief funding options available. One of the most prevalent questions we have been ask is, “What is the difference between the SBA EIDL and CARES Act program, and which is better?” Business owners also want to know what loan terms are available and if they can apply for both types of relief funding. Outlined below, and to the the best of our ability based on the information available, are the differences between the two programs and the broad strokes of what each entails

Last night the Senate passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”), that should it become law (the House will vote on Friday), would expand allowable uses of 7(a) loans to include payroll support (including paid sick or medical leave), employee salaries, mortgage payments, insurance premiums and any other debt obligations.