Working Capital Loans
Cover payroll, inventory, and seasonal gaps without disrupting operations.
Overview
Hawthorne Commercial Capital arranges working capital loans for owners across the St. Louis metro. We shop your file to the lenders most likely to say yes at the best price — no guesswork, no wasted applications.
What is working capital?
Working Capital Loans give St. Louis operators the flexibility to invest in growth, cover short-term gaps, or move quickly when opportunity shows up. Structure, price, and speed vary widely — that's where a specialized broker earns their keep.
How it works
- 1Free 15-minute intake call to understand the use of proceeds and your file
- 2We pre-screen your deal against 75+ lenders and shortlist the best fits
- 3You review two or three term sheets side-by-side with our commentary
- 4We manage docs, underwriting, and closing so you stay focused on the business
Benefits
- One application, multiple offers
- Transparent pricing — no surprise fees
- Local point of contact for the life of the loan
- Advocacy on structure, not just rate
Best for
- Established St. Louis operators
- Owners with a clear use of proceeds
- Businesses with 6+ months of revenue
Qualifications
- 6+ months in business (12+ preferred)
- Personal FICO 600+ (program-dependent)
- Monthly revenue that supports the payment
- US-based, for-profit operating business
Documents needed
- Driver's license and voided check
- Last 3–6 months of business bank statements
- Most recent business tax return (larger deals)
- Debt schedule and P&L (larger deals)
Common use cases
- Hire and onboard staff ahead of a busy season
- Buy inventory or equipment at a discount
- Bridge a receivables gap
- Consolidate high-cost short-term debt
Working Capital in St. Louis
St. Louis operators face a specific mix of seasonality, tenant improvements in older buildings, and rapid growth in West County and St. Charles. Hawthorne underwrites with that context in mind.
