Pasadena Business Funding

Start-Up Business Loans in Pasadena, CA

Ignite your idea's rocket boosters with up to $500,000
+ $20,000 in free digital marketing services  

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Written by:
Corey Showers
Funding Specialist
Edited by:
Matt Labowski
Lead Editor
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Aim for the Stars

Start Your New Business Right

Starting a business is an adventure, but lack of capital can bring even the best ventures to a halt. With the right start-up business loan in Pasadena, CA, and a strong support team, the sky is just the beginning.

2-Minute Online App
Dedicated Specialist
Multiple Funding Options
No Impact on Credit to Apply
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No Collateral? No Problem!

No need to pledge your spaceship—our unsecured loans are designed to let you focus on launching, not stressing.

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Terms up to 10 Years

From liftoff to cruising altitude, our repayment options stretch up to 10 years, giving your business room to grow.

Funding at Light Speed2

Need funds fast? We’ll deliver in record time—because the universe waits for no entrepreneur.

Like Jet Fuel for California Start-Ups

Pasadena Business Loan Options

Every successful business starts with support. StartCap offers funding and resources to help you thrive. Let’s take your business to the next level!

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From idea to orbit, we've got you covered.

No matter where you're at in your journey, we have options to help you get to the next level.

Idea-Stage

Got a brilliant idea and ready to launch? We’ll help you get registered with your state and secure the funding you need to take off.

Early-Stage

Lifting off can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be. We’re here to give your new venture the boost it needs to soar.

Well-Established

Keep operations running seamlessly with the right funding for vendors, inventory, payroll—whatever your business needs to stay on course.

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Top Tier; Very Cutesy; Very Demure

+ 3-Months of Free Digital Marketing

For a limited time, our expert in-house marketing team is offering 3 months of premium marketing services—valued at $20,000—to help drive leads and sales for your start-up, whether you're in Pasadena or nationwide.

Here's a truck load of stuff to get kicked off

Domain Name
Custom Website
Logo Design
Google Ads Management
Social Media Management
GMB Setup & Optimization
Professional SEO
Web Hosting

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Los Angeles County

Find Start-Up Business Loans
Near Pasadena, CA

StartCap fuels business success in Pasadena and across Los Angeles County. Explore nearby cities we serve and let’s achieve your goals together! From South Pasadena to Arcadia and beyond, we've got you covered.

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Start-Up Loan FAQ's

  Are there any local lenders in Pasadena that offer start-up loans?

Pasadena, with its Rose Parade fame and historic Colorado Boulevard, hosts a complex startup funding environment where entrepreneurs wrestle with traditional lending hurdles. Local small business owners often discover that securing initial capital requires more creativity than simply walking into a neighborhood bank.

Here are a few local suggestions:
  • Pasadena Playmakers Credit Union at Colorado & Marengo
  • San Gabriel Valley Bank at Lake & Del Mar
  • First California Bank at California & Euclid
  • Foothill Independent Bank at Foothill & Allen
  • Pacific Western Bank at Green Street & Fair Oaks

Startup funding in California demands strategic planning and unconventional approaches. StartCap understands that typical requirements like perfect credit scores and extensive collateral create significant barriers. Our team tackles funding challenges by offering flexible solutions that traditional lenders typically avoid, ensuring entrepreneurs can transform innovative ideas into successful businesses.

Note: StartCap is not associated with the above lenders in any way. Contact your local branch for the most accurate information & minimum requirements.

Interest rates for start-up business loans in Pasadena, can vary widely based on the lender, loan type, and your personal credit profile. Traditional banks typically offer rates between 6% to 12% for well-qualified borrowers, though approval can be strict. SBA loans in Pasadena, which are popular for new businesses, generally have rates ranging from 7% to 13%, depending on the loan program. Alternative and online lenders may have higher rates, often between 6% to 30%, as they take on more risk, offer more flexible requirements, and time to funding is much faster. Alternatively, many business & personal credit cards have introductory rates starting at 0% for up to 2 years.

No, not always—it depends on the type of loan you're applying for. Some funding options require business registration, while others focus on personal credit, income, or assets instead. If your business isn’t registered yet, don’t worry! We can either guide you through the registration process or explore funding alternatives that don’t require it.

Yes, entrepreneurs in Pasadena, CA have multiple local start-up grant opportunities. The City of Pasadena Economic Development Division offers targeted small business assistance programs specifically designed for local founders seeking financial support for their emerging ventures.

Local options include Pasadena Small Business Grants, which provide up to $10,000 for qualifying businesses. Additional resources encompass the San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership microgrant program and California Community Foundation neighborhood investment funds targeting early-stage entrepreneurs in California.

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