Our Story

Who We Are

Built by an Entrepreneur,
for Entrepreneurs

Teplani LLC was founded on a simple belief: that business owners who work hard and build real enterprises deserve access to capital — without the bureaucratic maze of traditional banking. We are a direct lender, headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, serving businesses across the five boroughs and beyond.

Our founder Betim Teplani brought to this company the same values that define the Brooklyn entrepreneurial spirit: reliability, directness, and a commitment to the people in your community. The Albanian concept of "besa" — a sacred pledge, a bond that cannot be broken — is at the heart of how we operate. When we make a commitment to a business owner, we keep it.

We don't believe in the runaround. We don't believe in hidden fees or fine print that obscures the real cost of capital. What you see is what you get, and what you get is a funding partner who takes your success personally.

Over the years, we've deployed millions of dollars into businesses across industries — from restaurants and retail to construction, healthcare, and professional services. Each funding decision is made by our team, in-house, with direct knowledge of the business and the owner. That's what it means to be a direct lender.

Leadership

Betim Teplani

Founder & Managing Member

Brooklyn-based entrepreneur and financial services professional with over 15 years of experience in business lending and community finance. Founded Teplani LLC to provide transparent, direct capital access to the businesses that drive New York's economy.

betim@teplanillc.com
Registered Business

Teplani LLC

EIN: 88-3124439

1259 East 13th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11230

What Drives Us

Our Core Values

Integrity Above All

Every deal we make is a promise. We say what we mean, put it in writing, and stand behind it. No surprise fees, no bait-and-switch offers.

Community First

We serve the entrepreneurs who build Brooklyn and beyond. Our success is measured by yours. We're invested in your growth, not just your payments.

Full Transparency

Every term is disclosed upfront. You'll never wonder what you agreed to. We walk every client through the details before any papers are signed.

Speed & Decisiveness

Opportunities don't wait. Neither do we. Our in-house decision-making means faster answers and faster funding for your business.

Fair Terms

We structure deals that make sense for your cash flow, not just our return. Sustainable funding relationships are our goal.

Direct Accountability

No broker layers, no outsourced decisions. When you work with Teplani LLC, you work directly with the team making decisions on your behalf.

Our Mission

To be the most trusted direct lender for small and mid-size business owners in New York — providing clear, fast, and fair capital solutions to the entrepreneurs who keep our communities running. Every dollar we deploy is a vote of confidence in a business owner's vision.

Teplani LLC is a registered limited liability company in the State of New York. EIN: 88-3124439. 1259 East 13th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11230.
All lending products are subject to credit review and approval. Terms and conditions apply. Not all applicants will qualify.