Firstmerit Bank SBA Loan to Lumber, Plywood, Millwork, And Wood Panels Company

Firstmerit 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 Ohio entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This small firm received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2000. They applied for an SBA loan with Firstmerit Bank, out of Canton, Ohio. The loan was granted and they received $375,000 to help grow their Alliance, Ohio business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: LUMBER, PLYWOOD, MILLWORK, AND WOOD PANELS
ALLIANCE, OH 44601

SBA Loan Lender

FIRSTMERIT BANK
100 CENTRAL PLAZA SOUTH
CANTON, OH 44702

This lender issued this bank loan under the 7A SBA program, in which the SBA provides guaranteed loans to small business owners. This lending program was started in 1953. In the early days of the SBA, these loans were issued directly by the SBA. Today, SBA loans are issued primarily through approved banks and lenders.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5031 - Lumber, Plywood, Millwork, and Wood Panels

NAICS Code

421310 -

Loan Approval Date

4/19/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$375,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $375,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $281,250.

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 5 employees. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the company planned to use the funding to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Great, But How Can I Get an SBA Loan for My Business?

If you need money to start a business or need money for an existing business, an SBA loan can be a great source of funding.

Many small business owners never get a business loan because they never bother to apply for a business loan. If you take the initiative, you may get a loan, just like this company did when it applied for and received this $375,000 loan. Remember, anyone can do it... so why not you?

About This SBA Loan Information:

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