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Helping Buyers Finance M&A Transactions

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Business financing options seem endless, and let’s face it, sometimes are confusing. Each type affects your company’s cash flow, taxes, operations, and overall competitiveness very differently. I’m here to help you make the decisions that matter for your business.

Having the right banking partner is essential to your success.

  • Ranked in the top 1% of most active SBA 7(a) lenders in 2023 (by lending volume) by the U.S. Small Business Administration
  • Funded over 1,000 loans for over $1 billion, helping SBA borrowers nationwide (Funding dates Jan 1, 2020 to Feb 22, 2024)
  • National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders (NAGGL) honored Annemarie Murphy, First Bank of the Lake’s President of SBA Lending, with the 2023 Distinguished Service Award
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Eric Dunham

Vice President
SBA Lending Business Development Officer

706.750.5982

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Same great service and expertise

I bring 25 years of commercial lending experience, including 15 years of SBA 7(a) lending experience.
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Helping buyers finance M&A transactions

Lending decisions are driven by me, and our Executive Loan Committee. As a private equity-owned institution, we have the resources and extensive experience to tailor solutions for your client’s needs. We are experts in lower middle-market M&A.

  • True Cash Flow Lending

  • Expert Advice & Support

  • Quick Responses

  • Experienced Acquisition Underwriters

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From start to finish, we're here for you!

You’ll have the support of a nationwide preferred lender with an experienced underwriting and closing team. We’re ready to guide you through each transaction.
  • Deal Dynamics
  • Due Diligence Process
  • Industry Insights

Business ideas can grow into a thriving company, expand into new markets and take your business to the next level.

GET STARTED TODAY! 

Do you have a client or friend that could benefit from business financing?
We work with all types of businesses, and we have teams focused on a variety of industries.

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