What’s the Advantage of Working with Multiple Ag Lenders?

Kathy Bogardus

Oct 31, 2024

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Having the right financing in place is key to ensuring your farm runs smoothly and is financially stable. To help you understand the full range of financing options available to you, determine which is right for your unique ag operation, and work through any circumstances that arise during the lifetime of the loan, you need a lender you can trust and that is available to answer your questions.  

While working with a single lender for all of your financing needs is a common approach, there are substantial benefits to working with several lenders that should not go overlooked.

6 Advantages of Working with Multiple Lenders 

1. Having a Backup Lender Ready

If something were to change at your primary lender that could impact or alter the terms of your financing agreements, it can be very beneficial to have another lender with whom you are already familiar in order to make any necessary pivots.

2. Multiple Experts

One of the most undervalued products lenders provide is advice. The more lenders that you interact with, the more wisdom you will have access to.

3. Increased Flexibility

Maintaining multiple lending relationships provides a greater variety of options and overall flexibility. Because not all lenders carry the same offerings, having access to numerous lenders increases the avenues to capital at your disposal.

4. Lender Specialty

Various lenders have different focuses, whether it be on operating loans, equipment, land loans, other capital opportunities, or a specific industry. Borrowing from specialized lenders can be a good way to ensure you are getting the best solution for your unique needs.

5. Varying Structures and Offerings

Different lenders will offer different rate and term options on their products. Working with multiple lenders can empower you to find what fits your operation the best. 

6. Competition

Having multiple lending relationships allows you to obtain the best possible financing. If a lender wants your business and senses you are talking to other options they are likely to enhance their offer to you in the hope that you will work with them.


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Ag Lending from FBN® Finance

Choosing who you work with to finance your operation is very important. The FBN Finance team is here to help you maximize your operation's potential.

Our loan advisor team would be happy to talk to you about your current farm finances, any opportunities for optimization, or any other questions you want to discuss. With an average of 15+ years of ag finance experience, FBN loan advisors understand your needs, as many are farmers themselves. We are well-equipped to make sure you get the solution that best fits your needs. Click here or complete the form below to get started.


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Kathy Bogardus

Oct 31, 2024

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