Georgia deals move fast, and the right lender relationship makes all the difference. Most borrowers spend weeks chasing financing that was never the right fit. CJL Commercial Finance gives Georgia investors, developers, and business owners direct access to a curated lender network built for this market. We handle the relationships, the packaging, and the process. No guesswork, no runaround, just a broker who knows Georgia, speaks plainly, and closes deals.
CJL Commercial Finance was built on a simple belief: that Georgia investors and business owners deserve a commercial financing partner who actually knows their market, speaks plainly, and delivers results.
With a background in real estate and deep lender relationships across the Southeast, we bridge the gap between borrowers with great deals and lenders who want to fund them. We don't just submit packages — we advocate for your deal.
Whether you're acquiring your first commercial property, refinancing a multifamily portfolio, or need a bridge loan to close fast — we're the call you make first.
From small multifamily acquisitions to large commercial transactions, we match your deal with the right lender and structure.
Financing for office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use properties across Georgia and the Southeast.
5+ unit apartment buildings, small and mid-size multifamily portfolios, and value-add acquisitions.
Short-term capital for time-sensitive acquisitions, rehab projects, and deals that need creative structuring.
Unlock equity in existing commercial assets or restructure debt to improve cash flow and terms.
Ground-up construction and major renovation financing for qualified developers and builders.
Government-backed financing for business owners purchasing their own commercial real estate or expanding operations.
We handle the complexity so you can focus on your deal.
Fill out our intake form with your property and financing details. Takes under 5 minutes.
Within 24 hours we review your deal, ask any follow-up questions, and confirm fit.
We package your deal and shop it to the right lenders in our network for the best terms.
We guide you through to closing. Our fee is paid at closing — no upfront cost to you.
Everything you need to know before submitting your deal. Still have questions? Reach out directly.
No. CJL Commercial Finance charges no upfront retainer, application fee, or processing fee of any kind. Our broker fee is paid at closing from loan proceeds — if no loan closes, you owe nothing.
We work with commercial loans starting at $500,000 with no upper limit. Our typical deal range is $500K to $20M+, covering everything from small multifamily acquisitions to large commercial transactions.
We respond to every submission within 24 business hours. Conventional commercial loans typically take 30-60 days to close. Bridge and hard money loans can close in as little as 2 weeks. SBA loans typically take 45-90 days.
Our primary focus is Georgia and the Southeast. We have lender relationships across the region and can work with deals in adjacent Southeast states on a case-by-case basis. Contact us to discuss your specific location.
A commercial mortgage broker connects borrowers who need financing with lenders who provide it. We do not lend money directly — we leverage our lender network and market knowledge to find you the right loan at the best available terms and manage the process through closing.
Start by filling out our deal intake form — it takes under 5 minutes. We'll ask for basic property details, loan amount, and a brief deal description. Once we review and confirm fit we'll request supporting documents.
Yes. We work with experienced investors and first-time commercial borrowers alike. We'll walk you through the process, explain your options clearly, and match you with lenders whose parameters fit your experience level and deal profile.
Our standard broker fee is 1–1.5% of the funded loan amount, paid at closing and disbursed by the title company. We disclose our fee in writing before any work begins and before your deal is submitted to any lender. No surprises.
Give us the details on your financing need and we'll be back to you within 24 business hours.
Have a question before submitting? Want to run a deal scenario by us first? We're easy to reach and happy to have a no-obligation conversation.