Part 2: From inventory access to in-house advantage

How one healthcare group kept growing at full speed

Dalton Care Network was building out its clinics and physician partnerships faster than traditional underwriting could follow. National looked at the trajectory, not just the paperwork, and split the capital into two loans that kept approval simple, funded quickly, and kept the expansion on track.

How one retailer cleared the way to buy bigger

Desert Bloom Jewelers, a family-run jewelry and clothing retailer across the Southwest, had a growth opportunity sitting right in front of it and a preexisting loan holding up the cash flow to take it. National stepped in with $1.75M to clear the loan and put cash in hand for bulk buying at the trade shows, bringing new vendors and lower-cost inventory.

Top Veterinary Practice Loan Companies: 2026 List

We analyzed dozens of veterinary practice loan companies and narrowed the list to the top eight that fast enough to close a clinic purchase or replace failing equipment. Our research pulls from published lender terms and verified borrower reviews. We weighed five factors by what a veterinary owner, starting with how fast the money lands. […]

Healthcare Spending: 2026 Small Business Financing Report

U.S. healthcare spending reached $5.3 trillion in 2024, up 7.2% year over year, with projections showing 5.4% average annual growth through 2034. For small businesses operating in the healthcare sector, that trajectory drives rising operating expenses and benefit costs that compound year over year, creating a persistent need for capital. National Business Capital analyzed healthcare […]

Medical Equipment Costs: 2026 Financing Guide

The U.S. medical equipment financing market is estimated to reach $80.44 billion in 2026, and 84% of all medical equipment acquisitions move through a financing arrangement rather than a direct cash purchase. A new high-field MRI system exceeds $1.2 million before installation, making financing the standard capital strategy rather than the exception. This report compiles 2026 pricing benchmarks and verified lender rate data across the most common medical equipment categories. Each section below adds detail, moving from broad equipment cost ranges to the specific approval criteria that determine what a practice will actually pay to finance. Key Takeaways: Medical Equipment Costs […]