Business Loan Broker in Hollywood, FL

What you need to know: A business loan broker in Hollywood connects you to lenders without lending its own money.

What a Business Loan Broker Does

A business loan broker acts as your matchmaker between capital need and capital source. Croftbrook Capital reviews your financials, listens to your plan, then presents your case to multiple lenders. We handle the paperwork, translate underwriting questions, and negotiate on your behalf. You pay nothing upfront. Our fee comes from the lender at closing, so our incentive aligns with yours: close the best deal possible.

Hollywood sits between Port Everglades and the Seminole Hard Rock, home to family-owned restaurants on Harrison Street, auto-body shops near the Tri-Rail station, and medical offices along Sheridan. Each sector needs different funding structures. A small business loan broker who knows Hollywood's mix saves you weeks of trial and error.

Who Qualifies and What You Can Use It For

Most commercial loan programs require six months in business, a credit score above 600, and revenue that covers existing obligations plus the new payment. Startups lean on SBA microloans or equipment financing with larger down payments. Established firms tap SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate financing, or business lines of credit.

Typical uses include buying inventory before the winter-tourist surge, retrofitting a storefront on Hollywood Boulevard, acquiring a competitor, or bridging payroll when a big invoice sits in net-60 limbo. Invoice factoring and working capital lines solve short-term gaps. Equipment financing covers ovens, CNC machines, delivery vans, or dental chairs without draining cash reserves.

How it works

How to Apply Through Croftbrook Capital

Call (954) 250-9748 or visit us at 2500 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020. Bring two years of business tax returns, a year-to-date profit-and-loss, and a current balance sheet. We'll ask what you need the money for and how you plan to repay it. Plain questions, honest answers.

Within 48 hours we outline which programs match your profile. We submit to lenders simultaneously, compare term sheets side by side, and walk you through every line. Closing takes one week for a working capital advance, four to eight weeks for equipment financing, and sixty to ninety days for an SBA loan.

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A catering company near Young Circle needed a walk-in cooler and three delivery vans before Art Walk season. Banks wanted cross-collateralization on the owner's condo. We brokered an equipment-only note that kept her home separate and closed in eleven days.

Why Hollywood Businesses Choose a Broker Over a Bank

Banks see one product line. A business lending broker sees twenty. Croftbrook Capital works with regional banks that understand Broward County cash-flow cycles, SBA Preferred Lenders who fast-track 7(a) approvals, and alternative funders who look past a single bad quarter. If you've been turned down once, we find the lender who says yes.

We also serve Hallandale Beach, Dania Beach, Aventura, Pembroke Park, West Park, Davie, Cooper City, and Plantation. Drive time from anywhere in South Broward is under twenty minutes. For a full city-by-city breakdown, visit our Hollywood, FL commercial lending hub.

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Relationship beats transaction every time. You're not a FICO score; you're the person who signs the front of the check, employs neighbors, and keeps a storefront lit. We broker loans the same way.

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Common questions

Common questions about business loans in Hollywood

What is the difference between a business loan broker and a lender?+
A lender uses its own balance sheet to fund your loan. A broker like Croftbrook Capital presents your application to multiple lenders, negotiates terms, and earns a commission at closing. You gain access to more products and better leverage without paying broker fees out of pocket.
Do I pay a business loan broker upfront?+
No. Croftbrook Capital charges no application fee, no retainer, and no upfront cost. We are compensated by the lender when your loan closes. If no deal funds, you owe nothing. This keeps our interests aligned with yours throughout the process.
How long does it take to get funding through a broker?+
Working capital and invoice factoring can fund in three to seven business days. Equipment financing typically closes in two to three weeks. SBA loans require sixty to ninety days because of federal underwriting. We update you at every milestone so you know where you stand.
Can a broker help if my bank already said no?+
Yes. Banks decline for dozens of reasons: loan size too small, collateral mix unfamiliar, industry outside their appetite, or timing in a credit-cycle tightening phase. A small business lending broker knows which lenders say yes to deals your bank passed on and structures the application to highlight strengths those lenders value.
What documents do I need to start the broker process?+
Bring two years of business tax returns, a year-to-date profit-and-loss statement, a current balance sheet, and a list of existing debts. If you're buying equipment or real estate, include the purchase agreement or quote. We'll request additional items only if a specific lender requires them.
Does Croftbrook Capital broker SBA loans?+
Yes. We work with SBA Preferred Lenders across South Florida who process 7(a) loans, 504 loans, and Express products. An SBA broker handles the additional paperwork, personal financial statements, and use-of-proceeds documentation so you stay focused on running your business while we manage the file.
Can a hard money lending broker arrange short-term bridge financing?+
Croftbrook Capital connects you with private and hard-money sources when speed or collateral strength matters more than credit score. Bridge loans typically carry higher rates and shorter terms but close in days. We explain trade-offs clearly so you choose the right tool for your situation.
What cities near Hollywood does Croftbrook Capital serve?+
We broker loans throughout Broward County, including Hallandale Beach, Dania Beach, Aventura, Pembroke Park, West Park, Davie, Cooper City, and Plantation. Our office at 2500 Hollywood Blvd sits minutes from I-95, the Turnpike, and US-1, making in-person meetings convenient for any South Florida business owner.

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