How many SBA lenders are in Hawaii?

There are 4 SBA-approved lenders headquartered in Hawaii, plus 1 more lenders headquartered out-of-state that actively fund Hawaii borrowers. Hawaii HQ lenders have collectively originated $563.1M in SBA loan volume.

Can an out-of-state SBA lender fund my Hawaii business?

Yes. SBA loans are not state-restricted. PeerSense tracks 1 out-of-state SBA lenders with active Hawaii loan portfolios. National banks, multi-state regionals, and SBA preferred lenders frequently outperform local-only banks on rate, term, and speed-to-close.

How do I find an SBA lender in Hawaii for my business?

Tell PeerSense about your deal at peersense.com/book-a-call. Within one business day we match you to the Hawaii lender (HQ or out-of-state) most likely to fund your industry, loan size, and structure. Free consultation. Referral fee paid by the lender at closing.

SBA Lenders in Hawaii

Q: Who are the top SBA lenders in Hawaii?

Ranked by Hawaii-specific SBA volume, the top lenders include Bank of Hawaii, Central Pacific Bank, First Hawaiian Bank. PeerSense ranks each by activity, average loan size, and Hawaii deal-flow specialization.

4 SBA-approved lenders headquartered in Hawaii (HI) plus 1 more that actively fund Hawaii borrowers. Tell us about your deal and we'll match you with the right capital source.

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Who are the top SBA lenders in Hawaii?

PeerSense tracks 4 SBA-approved lenders headquartered in Hawaii (HI), plus 1 out-of-state lenders that actively fund Hawaii borrowers. Top by Hawaii-specific volume: Bank of Hawaii, Central Pacific Bank, First Hawaiian Bank. Hawaii HQ lenders have collectively originated $563.1M in SBA volume.

— PeerSense Capital Advisory · Westfield IN · Updated May 16, 2026

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Top SBA Lenders Headquartered in Hawaii

Ranked by total SBA loan activity. Click any bank for the full profile, NAICS specialization, and franchise lending history.

Lender	State	Activity	Profile
Central Pacific Bank	HI	High Volume	View Profile →
Bank of Hawaii	HI	High Volume	View Profile →
First Hawaiian Bank	HI	High Volume	View Profile →
American Savings Bank FSB	HI	Active	View Profile →

Out-of-State Lenders Actively Funding Hawaii Borrowers

National banks and multi-state regionals frequently fund Hawaii deals at competitive rates — often with faster underwriting than local-only banks. Ranked by Hawaii-specific SBA volume.

First Foundation Bank

HQ CA · 1 HI loans · $256K HI volume

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SBA Lending in Hawaii

Hawaii is home to 4 SBA-approved lenders that have collectively originated $563.1M in SBA loan volume. These lenders serve businesses across the state through the SBA 7(a) and 504 loan programs, providing financing for acquisitions, commercial real estate, equipment, and working capital.

Whether you're acquiring a business in Hawaii, expanding an existing operation, or purchasing commercial property, SBA financing offers competitive terms with government-backed guarantees. PeerSense analyzes each lender's activity, deal preferences, and specializations to help you find the best fit.

How PeerSense Helps Hawaii Borrowers

We're a commercial lending advisory firm headquartered in Westfield, Indiana — not a lender. We structure and place deals across SBA, CMBS, private credit, equipment financing, and more. Our team reviews your transaction, identifies the right capital sources, and makes warm introductions to lenders actively funding deals like yours. Most clients receive their first lender introduction within one business day.