USDA Business & Industry (B&I) Loans
Ready Capital is licensed to leverage USDA loans across most of the U.S. We can help structure a financing solution to fit small and rural business goals.
Overview
USDA lending eligibility is for businesses and projects in areas of populations less than 50,000, with the goal of job retention and creation as well as the overall well-being of rural communities.
Through the USDA Rural Development Program, Ready Capital and our Madison One Platform can leverage government lending that traditional lenders can’t.

USDA Loan Highlights
Our USDA license satisfies customers in traditionally underbanked communities who might benefit from the unique qualities of this program or who otherwise might not meet SBA lending requirements.
- Loans up to $25 million
- 10-40 year terms/amortizations
- Can help where SBA isn’t a fit:
- Loan sizes > SBA limits
- CRE <51% Owner Occupied*
- Borrower has used up or wishes to preserve SBA eligibility
- Borrower does not meet SBA “credit elsewhere” criteria
*While CRE may be <51% Owner Occupied, CRE must still be used >50% for business purposes (non-residential).
Important Information about USDA: Ready Capital, through its subsidiary, ReadyCap Commercial, LLC, is regulated by and complies with all requirements of the USDA B&I program as set forth by the United States Department of Agriculture under the OneRD Initiative.

USDA Eligibility Site
The USDA provides an easy-to-use eligibility tool, which can be found at the USDA eligibility site.
About Ready Capital
Why Choose Ready Capital for USDA Business Loans?
Ready Capital is a trusted partner for small business loans.
Here’s why clients think we’re different.
Publicly Traded
A non-bank, non-depository, listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:RC)
SBA Preferred Lender
The #4 SBA Preferred Lender in the United States
Responsive Lending
More flexible lending delivers better outcomes
Nationwide Coverage
Lends in all 50 states, delivering over $1.6B in capital
Dedicated Service
A reliable Ready Capital representative manages each transaction
Rapid Execution
Approval process focused on speed, dependability, and transparency

Have a question about USDA Loans?
FAQs
What does a USDA loan mean?
Answer: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has a Business and Industry (B&I) loan program reserved for rural communities of less than 50,000 people.
What is a business loan guarantee?
Answer: Guaranteed loans are loans that – in the case of SBA and USDA loans – are guaranteed by the U.S. government. In other words, the U.S. government backs or takes on the debt obligation of these loans.
Are USDA loans amortized?
Answer: Yes, USDA loans are amortized and due monthly.

Get Started
Apply for a Ready Capital USDA loan
Click the appropriate loan amount to start the application process. It takes less than 3 minutes and will not affect your credit score.