If you are looking to expand and grow your property management business, you should position your business opportunity as an attractive investment opportunity to the banks and lenders.

Here are some tips to get your Business Loan Request approved:

1. Research Potential Lenders Within your Industry

Approach a bank that understands your industry. Gather more information from your business networking group, or a small business development industry. You might stand a better chance approaching smaller community banks as they may be more familiar with the local target market and may have prior knowledge of your business. You might also consider loans that cover start-up costs and business expansion costs, such as supplies and machinery.

2. Gather Relevant Documentation 

Gather documentation about you and your business – such as your income record. Obtain a  Loan Checklist that you will need for any small business loan application.

3. Loan Application forms

The loan application process differs for different banking institutions. The Loan Application Checklist may list the forms you need and may help you understand the loan application process.

4. Preparing for the Interview

Prepare for questions that you may be asked as you will be asked to substantiate your claims. Be confident and professional in communicating the amount you plan to borrow, how you plan to use it and what are you revenue streams.  Have a repayment plan ready and include it with your documents. 

5. Talk to the Experts

Talk to your local bank or Small Business Development Center. They may have the latest information on changing market trends. Learn how the loan approval process works. Look for other resources such as books or small business events and seminars that would give you more information.

These 5 tips will help new property management companies and property managers in gathering more information in their loan application process.