Business Lending Partners

06/02/2026

Proud to be part of this great milestone—congratulations to iDental on 10 years! 👏

05/15/2026

Congratulations to Barb Bakshis on being named Racine County Economic Development Corporation’s Lender of the Year at IMPACT 2026! Your leadership at Community State Bank and continued partnership in supporting small and mid-sized businesses make a lasting impact on our local economy. We’re proud to work alongside you. 👏

Explore current and past SBA 504 rates here: https://blp504.org/sba-loans/rates-history/

04/16/2026

Strong businesses start with the right support—and the right connections.

IMPACT 2026 is a great opportunity for lenders, partners, and small business advocates to connect, share insights, and support the growth of entrepreneurs across Racine County.

Join us in supporting the small businesses that drive our local economy—check out Racine County Economic Development Corporation’s post and register!

🚨 JUST 3 WEEKS AWAY 🚨
Register now for IMPACT 2026 on May 7!

Join RCEDC’s 43rd Annual Meeting, Impact 2026, for an evening celebrating progress, partnerships, and the momentum driving Racine County forward.

🎤 Hear from keynote speaker David Avrin, one of the world’s leading customer experience experts, sharing practical strategies to win and retain customers.

Enjoy food and desserts from Olde Madrid and Icing Queens while connecting with local leaders.

📅 May 7, 2026 | 4:30 PM
📍 Festival Hall
🎟 $25 Members | $35 Non-Members

Don’t miss it—register now: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/zepukaw

02/12/2026

Congratulations to Maverick Mechanicals on securing an SBA 504 loan to support the purchase of a second location in Oostburg. Thank you to Josh Sopczak and Town Bank for partnering with BLP to help make this expansion possible. We’re excited to see Maverick Mechanicals build on its success and broaden its impact across southeast Wisconsin.

Learn more about this project: https://blp504.org/sba-504-loan-funded-maverick-mechanicals-invests-505k/

View the February SBA 504 rates here: https://blp504.org/sba-loans/rates-history/

01/15/2026

Congratulations to Shuffs, a long-standing Sheboygan favorite, on securing an SBA 504 loan to expand the business. A big thank you to Branden Boerner and Cleveland State Bank for partnering with BLP to make this expansion possible. We’re excited to support the next chapter of growth for this family-friendly restaurant.

Learn more and view the story: https://blp504.org/sba-504-loan-funded-shuffs-invests-1-5m/

View the January SBA 504 rates here: https://blp504.org/sba-loans/rates-history/

12/22/2025

Couldn't be more proud to work alongside such an inspiring leader! This recognition is so well-deserved. Congratulations! 👏

🎉 Congratulations to our exceptional Executive Director, Jenny Trick, on being named one of Wisconsin's Top 275 Most Influential Business Leaders of 2025!

This well-deserved recognition reflects her visionary leadership, unwavering dedication, and the remarkable impact she continues to make in our organization and across our community.

We're incredibly proud to have such an inspiring leader at the helm, and we're excited to see what's ahead under her continued guidance.

Here's to celebrating excellence! 🌟

12/19/2025

💡 SBA 504 Financing Just Got Smarter!
Since October 1, SBA 504 financing is even more cost-effective. A small upfront fee was added, but the reduced annual servicing fee means most borrowers break even in about four years—after that, the savings grow!

Manufacturers: some fees are now waived for qualifying projects, making it a great time to invest in U.S. production.

✅ Bottom line: SBA 504 financing isn’t more expensive—it’s smarter.

🔗 Learn more: https://blp504.org/new-sba-fee-rules-more-savings-than-expected/

🔗 Check current rates and see how much they’ve lowered since the start of the year: https://blp504.org/sba-loans/rates-history/

10/23/2025

Save the Date! 36th Annual Wisconsin Lenders Conference 🗓️

BLP is proud to be a Networking Sponsor at the 36th Annual Wisconsin Lenders Conference on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Kalahari Resort & Convention Center in Wisconsin Dells!

This one-day, in-person event brings together lenders, SBA partners, and financial professionals from across Wisconsin for educational sessions, SBA updates, networking, and the annual SBA Lender Awards.

Where: Kalahari Resort & Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells
When: Thursday, May 14, 2026

Learn more and mark your calendars: https://www3.uwsp.edu/conted/Pages/Wisconsin-Lenders-Conference.aspx

09/18/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Shreyansh (Shrey) Devani on becoming the new owner of The Copper Dock in Hubertus!

BLP partnered with Joel Benz of Waukesha State Bank to secure an SBA 504 loan, supporting a $1.39M investment in real estate and equipment to carry on the restaurant’s legacy while modernizing for future success.

"We’re proud to partner with BLP to help make The Copper Dock project a reality. Together, we provided SBA 504 financing that supports Shrey’s vision while preserving a beloved local restaurant for the community." — Joel Benz, VP | Commercial Banking Officer, Waukesha State Bank

Learn more and view the story: https://blp504.org/sba-504-loan-funded-the-copper-dock-invests-1-39m/

09/15/2025

Exciting update — September brings lower SBA 504 rates!

The SBA 504 program simplifies commercial financing with long-term fixed rates, lower down payments, and funding for up to 90% of your project. It helps lenders reduce risk, qualify more borrowers, and gives businesses the tools to expand, refinance, or purchase real estate with ease.

BLP recently teamed up with Wesley Stripling, Community Bank President at First National Bank and Trust, to help Kashiwa secure an SBA 504 loan, turning their new Japanese restaurant dream into reality.

See the latest rates and read Kashiwa’s success story:
🔗 Rates: https://blp504.org/
🔗 Story: https://blp504.org/strong-financing-partnerships-fuel-opening-of-new-japanese-restaurant/