Financing for Beer and Ale Wholesalers

Looking for loans for beer and ale wholesalers? The SBA may be the answer. This $56,000 beer and ale wholesalers loan was issued by a Rhode Island bank.

Getting a small business loan in Allentown, Pennsylvania was important for this growing firm back in 2002 and, based on their loan application, they were successful in getting an SBA loan from Bank Of America, operating out of Providence, Rhode Island. Here are the details on this Pennsylvania small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: BEER AND ALE WHOLESALERS
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103

SBA Loan Lender

BANK OF AMERICA
111 WESTMINSTER ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

The lender provided this business loan through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan program called the SBA Express Loan program. SBA Express loans are typically used for working capital, inventory purchases and equipment financing.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued under the SBA Fast Track program, which later was renamed the SBA Express loan program.

NAICS Code

422810 - Beer and Ale Wholesalers

Loan Approval Date

12/27/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$56,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $56,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $28,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. The SBA's records indicate that the loan was not for investment in a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 3 employees. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help retain 3 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

Although it's called an SBA loan, you apply for an SBA loan with a local or national bank, not with the SBA. The bank processes the loan and gives you the money, and the SBA simply guarantees a portion of the loan.

This firm was able to get an SBA loan -- a strong sign of business strength. Do you think you have what it takes to get an SBA loan too? The SBA can be a great solution for raising money quickly to start or grow a business. Your next step is to speak with a banker at an SBA approved bank.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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