First Interstate Bank

This is a financial institution offering SBA loan programs to support small business growth and development. You can find information about their loan options, application process, and support services here.

It's recommended to schedule an appointment to ensure dedicated assistance, but walk-ins may be accommodated depending on availability.

At the Billings location, First Interstate Bank operates 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday and is closed Friday and weekends. Contact (406) 255-5000 to confirm current hours.

There are no fees to visit or inquire; however, loan application and processing may involve fees which will be disclosed during the application process.

This service is primarily available to small business owners and residents within the bank's regional service area, though specific eligibility can vary.

A minimum personal credit score of around 640 is generally preferred, but other factors are also considered in the approval process.

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

First Interstate Bank's Billings location is closed on weekends (Saturday and Sunday), with business lending staff available Monday through Thursday. Confirm with (406) 255-5000 for holiday hours.

First Interstate Bank is located in Montana — 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 First Interstate Bank, an SBA-participating bank. It is maintained by SBA Lenders USA to help borrowers compare lenders — not by First Interstate Bank itself, which runs its own lending under its own ownership. If you work at First Interstate Bank, you can claim this listing from this page to manage it.

The core details for First Interstate 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 First Interstate Bank before applying. If you represent First Interstate Bank, claim this listing to keep its information up to date.

You can reach First Interstate Bank by phone at (406) 255-5000 or online at locations.firstinterstatebank.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 First Interstate Bank before relying on them.

Based on its approved SBA loans, First Interstate Bank most often finances businesses in restaurants & food service, construction & contractors, general retail, manufacturing, medical practices & clinics, and hotels & lodging. This reflects First Interstate 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 First Interstate Bank which sectors it actively lends to before you apply.

First Interstate Bank offers SBA Express loans and lines of credit up to $500,000 for working capital, seasonal financing, and accounts receivable/inventory support with streamlined approvals. Confirm current availability at (406) 255-5000.

First Interstate Bank is an SBA Preferred Lender, which allows faster in-house loan approvals without sending applications to the SBA for each decision. Confirm current PLP status by calling (406) 255-5000.

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. First Interstate Bank's appetite for start-ups is set by its own credit policy. If you are early-stage or pre-revenue, ask First Interstate 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 First Interstate 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 First Interstate 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 First Interstate 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. First Interstate Bank weighs this case by case under its own policy, so be upfront about your history and ask First Interstate Bank how it evaluates prior bankruptcies.