City National Bank

This is a financial institution offering SBA loan programs designed to support small business growth, including the popular 7(a) loan program, with personalized assistance and flexible financing options.

It is recommended to schedule an appointment to meet with a lender, but walk-in consultations may be available depending on the branch's capacity and hours.

Standard hours are typically Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, but it’s best to check with your local branch for specific times.

There are no fees to access basic consultation services; however, loan application fees and closing costs may apply depending on the financing arrangement.

This service is open to eligible small businesses nationwide that meet the SBA program requirements, regardless of residency, as long as they qualify for the loans.

A minimum personal credit score of around 640 is generally required, though higher scores improve approval chances.

The underwriting process typically takes 30 to 60 days, depending on the complexity of the application and completeness of documentation.

Most banks keep weekday business hours and are closed on weekends, and City National Bank typically follows the same pattern. SBA lending staff are generally reachable Monday through Friday. A few locations offer Saturday or by-appointment hours, so call City National Bank to confirm current weekend availability before you go.

City National Bank is located in California — see the contact card for the full address. Most bank locations offer free on-site or nearby street parking for visitors. For exact directions, the entrance, and accessible parking, use the listed address or call ahead and staff can point you to visitor spaces.

This page is an independent directory listing for City National Bank, an SBA-participating bank. It is maintained by SBA Lenders USA to help borrowers compare lenders — not by City National Bank itself, which runs its own lending under its own ownership. If you work at City National Bank, you can claim this listing from this page to manage it.

The core details for City National Bank — name, location, contact, and lender type — are compiled from public records and reviewed periodically. Rates, programs, credit policies, and hours change often and are not guaranteed here, so always confirm the latest terms directly with City National Bank before applying. If you represent City National Bank, claim this listing to keep its information up to date.

You can reach City National Bank by phone at (213) 673-9900 or online at locations.cnb.com — the details are in the contact card on this page. For SBA loans specifically, ask for their business lending or SBA department. Treat this directory page as a starting point and confirm hours and contact details with City National Bank before relying on them.

Based on its approved SBA loans, City National Bank most often finances businesses in wholesale & distribution, manufacturing, medical practices & clinics, construction & contractors, general retail, and legal services. This reflects City National Bank's real SBA 7(a) and 504 lending history rather than a stated policy — it can still consider other industries and sets its own current preferences, so confirm with City National Bank which sectors it actively lends to before you apply.

City National Bank offers SBA Express loans up to $500,000 with a streamlined application process and line of credit options available with 10-25 year terms. Confirm availability and current terms with the bank.

City National Bank is designated as an SBA Preferred Lender, maintaining full lending authority among the SBA's top-performing lenders. Confirm current status with the bank.

The SBA does fund start-ups, but many traditional lenders prefer at least two years of operating history and may ask newer ventures for a larger equity injection or stronger collateral. City National Bank's appetite for start-ups is set by its own credit policy. If you are early-stage or pre-revenue, ask City National Bank directly whether it considers start-up loans.

For SBA 7(a) and 504 commercial real estate loans, borrowers typically contribute around 10% to 20% as a down payment or equity injection, depending on the property and the deal. Exact requirements vary with your credit, the business, and the lender's policy. Ask City National Bank what down payment it expects for your specific commercial real estate purchase.

SBA 7(a) loans with terms under 15 years generally carry no prepayment penalty, while longer real estate loans can have one in the early years. Short-term working capital lines often have no penalty, but terms vary by lender. Review your loan agreement and ask City National Bank to spell out any prepayment penalties before you sign.

SBA loans can be used for a partner or owner buyout, including buying out an existing equity partner, when the deal is structured to meet SBA rules — for example, the remaining owner generally must stay actively involved. Approval depends on the specifics, so discuss your buyout plan with City National Bank to confirm it qualifies and how to document it.

A past personal bankruptcy does not automatically disqualify you from an SBA loan. Lenders look at how long ago it was discharged, the circumstances, and how your credit has recovered since. City National Bank weighs this case by case under its own policy, so be upfront about your history and ask City National Bank how it evaluates prior bankruptcies.