Getting Started as a Business Borrower

Getting Started as a Business Borrower

Approval Pathway – A Guide for Borrowers

Approval Pathway makes it easier and faster to apply for a commercial loan. Here’s how to get started:

Step 1: Register & Start Your Loan Application

  • Go to ApprovalPathway.com and select "Borrower" to sign up.
  • Answer a few quick questions about your business and loan request to create your application.

Step 2: Upload Your Documents

  • Securely upload the financial documents needed for your loan application.
  • Approval Pathway helps organize everything so lenders get a complete and professional submission.

Step 3: Connect with Lenders

  • You can invite your preferred lender to review your application with a secure link.
  • Or, choose from our growing list of commercial lenders and credit unions.

Step 4: Review & Submit

  • Once your application has the minimum required information, submit it for processing.
  • Our system extracts key financial metrics and presents them clearly, so you can see what lenders will evaluate.

Step 5: Track & Move Forward

  • You'll be notified when a lender reviews your application.
  • If a lender is interested, they can issue a Letter of Intent (LOI) directly through the platform.


Why Borrowers Choose Approval Pathway

✅  Faster Loan Decisions – Avoid delays with complete, lender-ready applications.
✅  More Lender Options – Work with your preferred lender or connect with new ones.
✅  Full Control & Security – You own your data, and all information is protected with bank-grade encryption.


Here's a short 2 minute video showing you how it works:



If you have any questions about getting started, reach out to us at support@approvalpathway.com or using any of our in-app messaging options.

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