First Bank of the lake is a national preferred SBA lender built for self-storage growth. We understand acquisition strategy, development timelines, construction costs, and expansion planning. From first facility purchases to multi-site expansion, we finance acquisitions, ground-up development, capacity expansions, and partner buyouts with structured capital and efficient execution. Our streamlined lending process helps operators stay focused on increasing occupancy, strengthening cash flow, and building long-term asset value.
Extended Stay America
Since its first hotel 30 years ago, Extended Stay America pioneered the extended stay lodging business model by attracting high occupancy from guests staying 7+ nights and creating a reduced staffing plan through more efficient operations. Its hotels outperformed the overall lodging industry in recent years, showing incredible resilience in challenging economic times with greater margins and less volatility. Extended Stay America’s proven performance and specialized experience in long-term accommodations has built a strong foundation of success for developers and investors. For more information, please visit https://franchise.extendedstayamerica.com/. | Extended Stay America represents a portfolio of more than 760 hotels with close to 85,000 rooms in 45 states—all solely focused on the extended stay segment. Extended Stay America is a family of brands, offering three different brand tiers for those who are looking to invest: Extended Stay America Select Suites (economy); Extended Stay America Suites (economy/midscale) and Extended Stay America Premier Suites (midscale). Our long-term guests enjoy our spacious suites, fully equipped kitchens, free wi-fi and on-site guest laundry facilities. Because extended stay isn’t just part of what we do – it’s ALL we do, we are uniquely positioned to focus on optimizing revenue and minimizing expenses for investors. Our franchise partners benefit from 28+ years of extended stay knowledge with expert tools and services designed to help drive revenue while keeping operating costs low. Visit newesa.com to learn more. This advertisement is not an offering of a franchise. See NewESA.com for more details.
Bank Five Nine
Bank Five Nine has been in business since 1859 and is one of the top SBA lenders in the nation. As an SBA Preferred Lender, Bank Five Nine makes the process as quick and easy as possible, to provide businesses with the funding they need to be successful. With an SBA loan from Bank Five Nine you can purchase new real estate, refinance existing debt, construct a new facility, purchase equipment, and so much more. If you’re considering an SBA loan for your business, Bank Five Nine is here to help.