Ankeny, IA Entrepreneur Gets SBA Loan to Buy Cottman Transmission Franchise

Need a loan to invest in a Cottman Transmission franchise? West Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

An entrepreneur in Ankeny, Iowa needed money to invest in a Cottman Transmission franchise back in 2003. West Bank issued an SBA franchise loan. Here are the details on this Iowa small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COTTMAN TRANSMISSION
ANKENY, IA 50021

SBA Loan Lender

WEST BANK
1601 22ND ST
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266

This was a LowDoc (Low Documentation Loan Program). LowDoc is one of the SBA's most popular programs because there is a simple, one-page SBA application form and rapid turnaround on loan approvals.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

811113 - Automotive Transmission Repair

Loan Approval Date

1/29/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$124,200

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $124,200 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $105,570.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Cottman Transmission franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 4 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the business planned to use the money to hire new employees 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 to grow a business, an SBA loan can be a great way to raise money

SBA loan guarantees are not loans per se. The SBA simply guarantees the loan, but banks and other lending institutions grant you the loan and give you the money. So, just as this company walked into West Bank and applied for an SBA loan, you have to do the same thing. You need to demonstrate business strength and potential, but the sooner you start, the faster you'll get the money if you qualify!

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