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Business Term Loans

Fund a defined investment with a defined repayment plan.

Finance a planned project or purchase with a lump sum repaid over an agreed period. Evaluate the term and payment against the value the investment can produce.

Explore Term Financing
StructureLump sum, fixed term
Typical useDefined growth step
RepaymentSet schedule over the term
CollateralVaries by program
How it works

Amount, term, and repayment.

CapitalDefined amount

A single advance sized to the project.

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TermFixed period

Matched to how long the investment produces value.

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RepaymentScheduled payments

Each payment reduces the balance and covers interest under the agreed terms.

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ProjectUse matched

The term should not outlast the asset it funds.

How business term financing works

A business term loan provides a lump sum of capital that is repaid over a defined period. Because the amount and schedule are set at the outset, term financing is often used for planned investments where the cost and timing are known.

Where the funds can be used

  • Expansion
  • Renovations
  • Hiring
  • Working capital
  • Marketing
  • Large purchases
  • Refinancing
  • Planned projects

How the financing is structured

Financing may involve different terms, amounts, payment frequencies, pricing, and documentation requirements depending on the program and business profile. Options are discussed with you during underwriting.

  • Defined financing amount
  • Set repayment term
  • Payment frequency matched to the program
  • Documentation requirements that vary by structure
We do not publish universal rates or terms. Actual pricing and structure depend on verified program information, the business profile, and underwriting.
Payment planning

Calculate the monthly payment.

Enter the amount, annual rate, and repayment term to calculate the scheduled payment.

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Enter an amount, annual rate, and term.

Calculated from your inputs. Excludes fees and any balloon payment; actual financing terms are set in the written offer.

Underwriting focus

What Underwriting Reviews for Term Debt.

Not every factor applies to every request, but these are the areas that commonly shape a decision.

Revenue & cash flowHow consistently money moves through the business.
Operating historyTime in business and track record.
Existing obligationsCurrent financing and debt service load.
Credit profileBusiness, and where applicable personal, credit.
CollateralAvailable assets or equity, where the structure uses them.
Use of fundsWhat the capital is for and how it supports the business.
Banking activityDeposits, account activity, and recent business statements.
IndustryThe business model and the industry it operates in.

Typical situations

  • Funding an expansion or new location
  • Larger one-time projects
  • Consolidating a defined capital need
  • Investments with a clear payback
  • Predictable, scheduled payments
  • A lump sum for a specific purpose
  • Longer terms can ease monthly cash flow
  • A longer term lowers the payment but extends the obligation
  • Best matched to a defined use, not open-ended needs
  • Prepayment terms vary by structure

Term financing suits a planned, one-time investment. If the need is ongoing or unpredictable, a line of credit's revolving access usually fits better.

Before you apply

Define the Project and Term

  • The exact amount and what it funds
  • The period the investment produces value
  • Current debt schedule and payment obligations
  • Any prepayment expectations
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

As a lump sum repaid over a defined term on a set schedule. Payment frequency and length depend on the structure.
Larger, planned investments such as expansion, buildouts, equipment, or other defined growth steps with a clear payback.
Business profile, cash flow, time in business, credit, collateral where relevant, and use of funds, all confirmed during underwriting. LIVC does not publish universal rates or terms.
It depends on the amount, structure, and program. Some term financing is unsecured, while larger amounts may involve collateral, confirmed in underwriting.

Have a question about your business? Start a financing request and our team will follow up.

LIVC Business Intelligence

Review the terms behind the decision.

Product structures, repayment considerations, and dated policy updates in one place.

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Move the investment forward.

Provide the project amount, business financials, and the repayment schedule you are seeking.

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