As an established franchise business owner, you need a bank that is committed to growing with you. Live Oak Bank is a lending partner that fully understands your franchise and shares your level of commitment and desire to expand. Our franchise financing experience and industry knowledge allow us to deliver a streamlined loan process that will save you time and money.

Have you identified an ideal location and the right franchise or business model? Your next step should be to connect with Live Oak to explore your franchise financing options.

Loan Solutions

Acquisition

Purchasing an existing franchise business is often a great solution to hit the ground running. This can include acquisition with conversion, expansion, buying out an existing partner or simply acquiring another location to grow your business. Once you identify the opportunity, we’re here to guide you through the loan process.

New Store Development

Starting a new store is exciting and offers opportunity to work with brands that can elevate your mission. When you’ve determined the market need and identified your project, let us assist you with the financing component.

Commercial Real Estate

Buying a building, renovating or ground-up construction can allow you to expand your current level of service. We provide franchise loan structures to meet your needs and help you avoid costly mistakes throughout the process.

Need a little guidance and advice? Contact a loan specialist, they're ready to help.

Connect with a Loan Specialist

Expansion through Commercial Real Estate

Live Oak Bank specializes in financing business expansions through the purchase of commercial real estate with SBA loans.

Learn More

Acquisition Process Overview

There are many steps involved when buying a business. Our acquisition process overview highlights the details of each of the core steps.

Download Now

Our Franchises Team
understands your business

We're ready when you are
Connect with a Loan Specialist

From Our Resource Center

From Our Resource Center

As part of our commitment to supporting small business owners, we have a library of free educational resources available to anyone. Here’s what you can expect to find in Live Oak Bank’s Resource Center:

  • Loan product overviews
  • Marketing tips and tricks
  • Small business fundamentals
  • Live Oak customer spotlights

You are about to leave the Live Oak Bank website.

Disclaimer: This link will take you to a website outside of the Live Oak Bank site. The new site may offer a different privacy policy and level of security. Live Oak Bank is not responsible for the products or services that are offered or expressed on other websites.

Yes, I understand. Please continue.

Learn about your California consumer privacy rights & submit a personal information request.