I’ve worked on a couple loans with 1West, and Austin consistently stands out. He’s not just a broker, he’s someone you can trust. In an industry where trust is rare, Austin’s integrity is unmatched. H... See more
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Extremely benefical and smooth process in receiving funding assistance from 1 West. Very communicative and very prompt responses. So helpful from the start and continued help far after initial funding... See more
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The application for business loan was simple . Just a few questions and they guided me through each step. Prompt customer services responses were also helpful in showing next steps . Easiest applicat... See more
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I’ve been in business 7 months with poor credit and found myself needing working capital. The stress is so intense when you run out of options, but I found this company and trusted Chris who was helpi... See more
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About 1West
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Empowering Small Businesses Through Smarter Financing
At 1West, we empower small business owners with a seamless, technology-driven lending experience. As a premier SMB fintech marketplace, we combine advanced technology, expert sales guidance, and streamlined operations—all within a single, easy-to-use platform.
Our proprietary Automated Business Lending Engine (ABLE) simplifies the entire business funding process, allowing you to apply, compare offers, and secure the capital you need in just a few clicks. No more paperwork. No more back-and-forth with lenders. Just fast, transparent access to the best business loan options—customized for your needs.
With a proven track record of success, 1West has helped small businesses across the U.S. secure over $1 billion in financing. Whether you're expanding operations, upgrading equipment, or managing cash flow, we connect you with the right financial solutions to grow your business.
Join thousands of entrepreneurs who trust 1West to power their success. Apply today and take control of your financial future with a smarter way to fund your business.
Hassle-free Small Business Financing
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- Funding on your terms, fast.
- Funding your business through 1West is simple and can be done completely online, or with the assistance of one of our small business funding representatives. 1West doesn't call you unless you ask, and our technology makes the entire funding process easy. Apply today!
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33 S Wood Ave, 08830, Iselin, United States
- 8888819378
- customerservice@1west.com
- 1west.com
Small Business Financing
4.8
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Smooth, fast, and professional experience
I had a very positive experience working with 1 West Finance. As a small business owner running Logan’s Toy Chest (ALSCOLLECTION LLC), I value efficiency and clear communication, and their team delivered on both.
The application process was straightforward, and their platform was easy to navigate. I didn’t run into any confusion when submitting information or reviewing options.
What stood out most was how responsive they were. Any questions I had were answered quickly and professionally, which helped move things along without delays.
Overall, the process felt organized and reliable. I would recommend them to other business owners looking for a simple and efficient funding experience.
7 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Hello Adrian,
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We're glad to hear you had a smooth and efficient experience and that our platform was easy to navigate. It's great to know our team’s responsiveness and clear communication made a positive impact. We truly appreciate your recommendation and thank you for choosing 1West!
Fantastic support from Heather Powers!
Navigating business financing for the first time can be overwhelming, but 1West exceeded my expectations. The application process was efficient and transparent from start to finish. A huge thank you to Heather Powers, who went above and beyond to make sure I understood every step. Her expertise turned what I thought would be a complex task into a seamless experience. If you’re looking for a reliable team, look no further.
6 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Hello Shalisha,
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your first experience with business financing was smooth and transparent. Heather will be delighted to know her support made such a positive impact. We truly appreciate your recommendation and thank you for choosing 1West!
Everything was great and the help
6 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Hello Leandra
We appreciate your review and are happy to hear you had a positive experience.
Reply from 1West
Hello Natasha,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're pleased the process was smooth and straightforward.
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Hello Camden,
Thank you for the great review! We appreciate it.
Sweet way to fund your business
Amazing platform for funding a business. Its not only easy but fun too. I recommend everyone to at least try em out you won't regret it.
Cloud Drift LLC
Mark Horsley
3 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Hello Mark,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're glad to hear you found the platform easy and enjoyable to use. We truly appreciate your recommendation and thank you for choosing 1West!
Great very recommendable if your in the…
Great very recommendable if your in the marketplace searching for a loan .
5 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Hello Salim,
Thank you for the great review! We're happy to know you'd recommend us to others. Thanks for choosing 1West!
Great communication and fast responses…
Great communication and fast responses thank you
3 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Hello Jenn,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're pleased to hear our team provided strong communication and prompt responses. Thank you for choosing 1West!
Reply from 1West
Hello Ruben,
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you had a positive experience with our team. We appreciate you choosing 1West!
Reply from 1West
Hello Christopher,
Thank you for the great review! We're happy to know Bryan delivered knowledgeable and helpful service. Thanks for choosing 1West!
Really fast application process
Really fast application process. Very good company to work with. I recommended them
3 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Hello Henry,
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear the application process was fast and that you had a great experience working with us. We truly appreciate your recommendation and thank you for choosing 1West!
Great experience and simple process
Great experience and simple process. Continues to deliver quality service to customers. Thanks again Britni.
3 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
We truly appreciate your feedback and are glad Britni made a positive impact.
My rep Priscilla was extremely helpful…
My rep Priscilla was extremely helpful and got me business funding in a timely matter. Very easy and effective process.
3 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Hello Brian,
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear Priscilla was extremely helpful and that you received funding quickly through an easy and effective process. We appreciate you choosing 1West!
It was stress free and easy
2 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad the process was stress-free and easy.
Reply from 1West
Hello Kyle,
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear the process was easy. We appreciate you choosing 1West!
Super Smooth & quick funding!!
Super Smooth & quick funding!!! Very easy to work with, literally had funding in a couple hours!
31 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear the process was smooth and that you received funding so quickly. We appreciate you choosing 1West!
Honest Services
1West provided truly honest services. I was impressed by their transparency and professionalism throughout the entire process. Highly recommend!
26 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Thank you for your kind feedback! We're glad to hear you appreciated our transparency and professionalism. We truly appreciate your recommendation and thank you for choosing 1West!
Austin Y is AMAZING
Austin Y was amazing from the first initial contact I had over a year ago.
I came back for business reasons this year and it was like visiting a family member you haven't seen in a while. He took control and it was smooth sailing.
All was easy peasy.
1 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Hello Gilbert,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Austin provided such a welcoming and smooth experience, even after reconnecting. Building lasting relationships is very important to us. We truly appreciate your continued trust and thank you for choosing 1West!
Process is easy
Process is easy. You are walked through the steps and document upload is made easy.
1 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear the process was easy and that the step-by-step guidance and document upload made things simple. We appreciate you choosing 1West!
Very clear understanding and guidance…
Very clear understanding and guidance through the process. It was seamless and simple.
1 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from 1West
Hello Keith,
Thank you for the great review! We're happy to know the process was clear and easy for you. Thanks for choosing 1West!
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