Algonquin, IL Entrepreneur Gets SBA Loan to Buy Candleman Franchise

Need money to buy a Candleman franchise? Home St. Bank/natl Association has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

If you live near Algonquin, Illinois and are interested in buying a Candleman franchise, you'll be interested to read the details on this SBA franchise loan, issued in 2001 by Home St. Bank/natl Association. Obtaining a franchise loan from a commercial lending institution can be a great way to finance a franchise purchase.

SBA Loan Borrower

CANDLEMAN CORP
ALGONQUIN, IL 60102

SBA Loan Lender

HOME ST. BANK/NATL ASSOCIATION
40 GRANT ST
CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60014

This was a Low Documentation SBA loan. The SBA started this program to minimize the paperwork associated with borrowing money. The low-doc program requires completion of only a one-page form for a loan of $50,000 or less. The limits have changed over time. Right now, the maximum small business loan for this SBA program is $100,000.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5947 - Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Shops

NAICS Code

453220 - Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Stores

Loan Approval Date

5/22/2001

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$150,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $150,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $127,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Candleman franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 3 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the small business promised to use the money to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

SBA 7(a) Loans can be used for nearly any business purpose, such as commercial real estate, construction or renovation for owner-users, business acquisition and start-up, franchise refinancing, refinancing for existing debt, equipment purchases, working capital, and inventory.

There are SBA loan fees that may apply. SBA lenders must pay the SBA a guaranty fee of 1% to 3.5% of guaranteed amount. The SBA will also make the lender pay annual fees amounting to 0.25% of the loan's outstanding balance. The lender is allowed by law to pass these fees to the borrower.

Still, as most small businesses know, these fees are minimal compared to the potential of what capital can do for a business. So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch with an SBA lending bank today!

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