USDA Business & Industry (B&I) Guaranteed Loan

What is it?

DirectLenderMatch classifies USDA Business & Industry (B&I) Guaranteed Loan under the financing form “Government-guaranteed business loan.” Its typical use in this directory is: Rural business acquisition/expansion/refinance.

How does it work?

The structure is generally evaluated, supported, or secured using the following basis: Eligible rural business/assets/cash flow. Exact underwriting, eligibility, terms, and availability are provider-specific and can change.

What can it be used for?

Rural business acquisition/expansion/refinance.

What backs or supports it?

Eligible rural business/assets/cash flow.

Why does this structure exist?

This structure provides a defined way to address the financing need described above. The provider, transaction, collateral, and underwriting context determine how the structure is implemented in practice.

Important considerations

Confirm current costs, risks, licensing, eligibility, collateral treatment, recourse, tax consequences, and availability directly with the provider and appropriate professional advisers. DirectLenderMatch does not compare rates or recommend products.

Is this actually a loan?

Loan or credit structure

Workbook classification: Yes. Financing forms such as leases, purchases, shared equity, advances, and guarantees may solve a funding need without being conventional loans.

Verified lenders or providers

Direct USDA Multi-State lender

Stearns Bank N.A.

Stearns Bank currently lists USDA Business & Industry Guaranteed Loans among its USDA Rural Development lending programs.

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Last verified: 2026-08-23