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Commercial Loans

Competitive Rates & Flexible Loan Terms

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Local Decisions. Bigger Possibilities.

Securing funding can be a critical factor in the success of your business, whether you’re a one-person start-up or a large manufacturer. As a community bank, we make local decisions quickly, and you have access to our highest officers. We also service all of our loans, so when you have a question, there’s only one call to make.


Types of Commercial Loans We Offer

Business term loans and lines of credit

Manage cash flow, introduce a new product line or acquire a new business.

  • Get fixed terms and interest with a term loan
  • A line of credit can be useful to finance your daily operations and to manage revenue and unexpected expenses.

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Equipment purchases or leases

Upgrade, expand or replace your equipment.

Don’t let old equipment hold you back. Take your business or municipality to the next step.

Equipment Leasing

Municipal Equipment Leasing

Real estate loans

  • Available for owner-occupied properties and investment properties
  • Available for both existing properties or potential new construction

We can also help you with a loan to make improvements on your existing space. Remodel, expand, or build an entirely new facility.

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Small Business Administration (SBA) Loans

We offer low interest rate loans for small businesses that that may have trouble qualifying for a traditional loan. These loans are backed and guaranteed by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

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Meet Our Commercial & Ag Lenders

Our experienced commercial lenders will work with you to assess your situation, answer all of your questions and help you make the best financing choice for your business. You can feel confident that we will value your business and our relationship with you.

Gary Heckendorf
Gary Heckendorf Senior Vice President
Chief Lending Officer
Todd Novotny
Todd Novotny Vice President
Commercial Banker
Ashley Mueller
Ashley C. Mueller Vice President
Business Banking Officer
Courtney Gonzales
Courtney Gonzales Business Banking Officer

Get Started With a Business Lending Solution Today

Submit a Business Loan Inquiry

Visit us in person

Visit us at one of our four full-service Washington County Locations.

Locations & Hours

Hartford
262-673-5800

Richfield
262-628-5500

Slinger
262-644-7606

West Bend
262-450-4200

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