Key differences
- On our data, Chase and Bank of America list similar pricing, speed and requirements. Ask both for an offer and compare the actual terms you're quoted.
Side by side
| Chase | Bank of America | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Business lines of credit & term loans | Small-business credit lines & loans |
| Funding type | Traditional bank loans & lines | Traditional bank loans & lines |
| Estimated rate as of today | Rates shown to approved members | Rates shown to approved members |
| Pricing source | Estimated as of today | Estimated as of today |
| Time to cash | About 4 weeks | About 4 weeks |
| Typical size | Varies | Varies |
| Term | 12–84 months | 12–84 months |
| Requirements | Existing revenue · Personal guarantee · Usually 2+ years in business and profitable | Existing revenue · Personal guarantee · Usually 2+ years in business and profitable |
| Regions | US | US |
| What they underwrite | Your profits, history & collateral | Your profits, history & collateral |
| Collateral | Business assets + personal guarantee | Business assets + personal guarantee |
| How you repay | Fixed monthly or revolving | Fixed monthly or revolving |
| Dilution | None | None |
Chase
Chase's small-business lending, separate from J.P. Morgan's venture-focused Innovation Economy group. Rates not published; Prime-based.
Bank of America
Secured and unsecured lines and term loans; relationship and deposit history help. Rates not published; Prime-based.
Chase vs Bank of America FAQ
What is the difference between Chase and Bank of America?
Which is cheaper for you?
The answer depends on your amount, term and revenue. The calculator prices both on the same basis — fees, warrants and dilution included.
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