Telework Loans
Loan Facts
- Loans up to $10,000 with maximum of $50,000 for well established businesses.
- The interest rate is 4.75% to 6.00% depending on the application
- Loan terms can range up to 5 years depending on the business equipment purchased and the borrower's ability to pay.
Eligibility
- Washington residents of all ages with disabilities of all types, including seniors with age-related functional limitations, are eligible.
- The loan must be used for business equipment needed for home based employment (or related education/training) as an employee or business owner on a full or part-time basis.
- You must submit an Employee-Employer Agreement or a Business Plan with a Telework Application. WATF staff will help you get started on these items.
- Click here for a loan application checklist to find out if you are ready to apply.
Sample Payment Schedules
Use the chart below to estimate what your monthly payment may be:
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1 year
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2 years
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3 years
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4 years
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5 years
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$2,000
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$172
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$89
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$61
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$47
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$39
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$4,000
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$344
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$177
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$122
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$94
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$77
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$6,000
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$518
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$266
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$183
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$141
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$116
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$8,000
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$688
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$355
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$243
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$188
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$155
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$10,000
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$861
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$443
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$304
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$235
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$193
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Approximate monthly loan payments assuming a 6.00% interest rate
How to Apply
More Questions? If you still have questions, you can view our Frequently Asked Questions or call Kathy Gilman at (206) 328-5116.