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Western Equipment Finance

Carol Francis
VP / National Business Development

Cell Phone
781-400-4758

Office Phone
701-665-5712

Fax
800-215-6799

Choose a lender who knows your industry

Western Franchise Financing serves the specialized needs of the franchise industry. As part of Western Equipment Finance, we offer full-service financing throughout the U.S. with over 30 years of industry experience. 

Western Franchise Financing provides financing for a wide variety of franchise needs, including:

  • New Store Builds
  • Acquisitions
  • Remodel
  • Equipment Purchases
  • Development Lines of Credit
  • And More

Carol Francis joined Western Franchise Financing in 2022 with key colleagues from Firestone Financial. She has over 25 years of lending experience, with a focus on franchise development. Carol has a master’s degree in business administration from the Franklin W. Olin Graduate School of Babson College and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts - Lowell. She’s an avid reader, incredibly slow jogger, and mom to a teenaged daughter. She and her family reside just outside of Boston.

Why Western Franchise Financing? 

As a bank-owned, direct lender with over 30 years of experience, we offer the fast and hassle-free financing you deserve. We underwrite, fund, and service in-house, giving you a streamlined process from start to finish. 

Flexible financing terms and quick credit decisions

Exceptional person-to-person service

Conventional and SBA financing options

Contact Carol to Get Started

Contact Carol today or complete the form below to get started.

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