Abbeville, Louisiana Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Gulf Coast Bank

Gulf Coast Bank is a source for SBA loans that have lower down payments and longer repayment terms than many other financing options. To help you understand SBA loans, we've featured one Louisiana entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This growing company knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Abbeville, Louisiana, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2001. The lending bank was Gulf Coast Bank, based in Abbeville, Louisiana.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: OIL AND GAS FIELD SERVICES
ABBEVILLE, LA 70510

SBA Loan Lender

GULF COAST BANK
221 S STATE ST
ABBEVILLE, LA 70510

At the time this loan was granted, this bank was part of the SBA's Certified Lenders Program (CLP). This program is designed to offer rapid service on loan applications received from lenders who have a successful SBA lending track record and a thorough understanding of SBA policies and procedures. CLP lenders perform a complete analysis of the application and, in return, SBA promises a fast loan decision.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

1389 - Oil and Gas Field Services

NAICS Code

213112 - Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations

Loan Approval Date

5/29/2001

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$250,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $250,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $187,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 4 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the business promised to use the loan proceeds to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loans can help growing businesses purchase or renovate real estate, acquire fixed assets such as heavy machinery or specialized equipment, borrow working capital for ongoing financing needs, or fund the acquisition of new businesses.

If you need emergency money for small businesses, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from Gulf Coast Bank so you can get a feel for how SBA loans work. Applying for an SBA loan starts with a visit to a banker that works with the SBA.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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