Key differences
- Regions: First Citizens (SVB) covers US, UK; Bridge Bank covers US.
Side by side
| First Citizens (SVB) | Bridge Bank | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Venture banking | Technology banking (Western Alliance) |
| Funding type | Venture banks | Venture banks |
| 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 6 weeks | About 6 weeks |
| Typical size | About 25% of your last equity round | About 25% of your last equity round |
| Term | 12–48 months | 12–48 months |
| Requirements | Institutional VC backing | Institutional VC backing |
| Regions | US · UK | US |
| What they underwrite | Your company & investors | Your company & investors |
| Collateral | All company assets | All company assets |
| How you repay | Interest-only then amortize | Interest-only then amortize |
| Dilution | Small (warrants) | Small (warrants) |
First Citizens (SVB)
Rebuilt Silicon Valley Bank. Prime-based pricing; expects operating deposits.
Bridge Bank
Venture and growth-stage lending with deposit relationship.
First Citizens (SVB) vs Bridge Bank FAQ
What is the difference between First Citizens (SVB) and Bridge Bank?
Regions: First Citizens (SVB) covers US, UK; Bridge Bank covers US.
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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