GOOD
How competitive are their spreads? Lower = better for you.
STRONG
Total SBA loans closed. More deals = more experience.
GOOD
How many industries do they lend in? More = flexible.
WEAK
States where they've done deals. Wider = easier if you're out of state.
Total SBA Loans
1,044
2010–2026
Total Volume
$917M
Gross loan amounts
States Active
6
With recorded loans
Programs
504
1044 total segments
Southland Economic Development is a 504-only lender, which means they specialize in providing financing for real estate and equipment purchases. This focus can be beneficial for businesses looking to expand or invest in fixed assets, as they have a deep understanding of the 504 loan process. Given that 100% of their deals are 504 loans, borrowers needing this type of financing will find a dedicated partner here.
With an average deal size of approximately $878K and a significant portion of their deals (296) falling within the $500K-$1M range, Southland Economic Development is well-suited for businesses seeking mid-sized loans for expansion. However, if your financing needs exceed $2M, you may find limited options here, as only 88 deals were made in the $2M-$5M range.
The lender has experienced a decline of 9% year-over-year in deal volume, indicating a potential tightening of their lending capacity. This trend may impact approval rates or the willingness to take on new borrowers, so businesses should consider this when applying for a loan, especially in a competitive market.
Quarterly SBA lending activity, last 5 years.
Estimated spreads based on real historical SBA lending data. Directional, not exact quotes. Excludes 1,044 504 loans, which use fixed SBA debenture rates.
States where Southland Economic Developmen has recorded SBA lending activity.
+ 1 more state
Lending activity by industry cluster.
Top 8 of 15 industries by deal count
Wholesale Trade
Wholesale Trade
Manufacturing
Manufacturing
Physician & Dental Offices
Health Care & Social Assistance
Specialty Trade Contractors
Construction
Restaurants & Food Service
Accommodation & Food Services
Other Health Practitioners
Health Care & Social Assistance
Legal Services
Professional Services
Real Estate
Real Estate
+ 7 more
All recorded SBA lending activity for Southland Economic Developmen, grouped by state, industry, and deal size.
| Segment | Program | Deals↓ | Median Spread | Avg Size | Last Deal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California · Wholesale Trade · $1M – $2M | 504 | 53 | — | $1.5M | Q4 2025 |
| California · Wholesale Trade · $500K – $1M | 504 | 43 | — | $740K | Q1 2025 |
| California · Manufacturing · $500K – $1M | 504 | 42 | — | $699K | Q3 2025 |
| California · Manufacturing · $1M – $2M | 504 | 34 | — | $1.4M | Q2 2022 |
| California · Physician & Dental Offices · $150K – $350K | 504 | 31 | — | $262K | Q1 2022 |
| California · Wholesale Trade · $2M – $5M | 504 | 25 | — | $3.2M | Q4 2025 |
| California · Physician & Dental Offices · $500K – $1M | 504 | 25 | — | $682K | Q1 2025 |
| California · Specialty Trade Contractors · $500K – $1M | 504 | 24 | — | $712K | Q2 2025 |
| California · Manufacturing · $2M – $5M | 504 | 22 | — | $2.9M | Q3 2024 |
| California · Manufacturing · $150K – $350K | 504 | 20 | — | $252K | Q2 2020 |
| California · Other Health Practitioners · $150K – $350K | 504 | 20 | — | $239K | Q2 2025 |
| California · Specialty Trade Contractors · $150K – $350K | 504 | 19 | — | $271K | Q3 2024 |
| California · Specialty Trade Contractors · $350K – $500K | 504 | 17 | — | $443K | Q3 2024 |
| California · Wholesale Trade · $350K – $500K | 504 | 15 | — | $415K | Q4 2021 |
| California · Physician & Dental Offices · $350K – $500K | 504 | 15 | — | $426K | Q3 2025 |
| California · Restaurants & Food Service · $500K – $1M | 504 | 15 | — | $700K | Q3 2025 |
| California · Legal Services · $500K – $1M | 504 | 14 | — | $765K | Q3 2025 |
| California · Specialty Trade Contractors · $1M – $2M | 504 | 13 | — | $1.3M | Q2 2025 |
| California · Restaurants & Food Service · $350K – $500K | 504 | 12 | — | $445K | Q2 2022 |
| California · Physician & Dental Offices · $1M – $2M | 504 | 12 | — | $1.3M | Q4 2023 |
| California · Wholesale Trade · $150K – $350K | 504 | 12 | — | $276K | Q1 2021 |
| California · Other Health Practitioners · $350K – $500K | 504 | 11 | — | $418K | Q2 2019 |
| California · Real Estate · $150K – $350K | 504 | 11 | — | $283K | Q2 2019 |
| California · Restaurants & Food Service · $1M – $2M | 504 | 10 | — | $1.3M | Q1 2025 |
| California · Auto Repair & Maintenance · $500K – $1M | 504 | 10 | — | $694K | Q4 2024 |
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