American Bank Of St. Paul SBA Loan to General Automotive Repair Company

American Bank Of St. Paul 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 Minnesota entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This small firm knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Anoka, Minnesota, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2003. The lending bank was American Bank Of St. Paul, based in Albert Lea, Minnesota.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: GENERAL AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR
ANOKA, MN 55303

SBA Loan Lender

AMERICAN BANK OF ST. PAUL
217 S NEWTON AVE
ALBERT LEA, MN 56007

The issuing bank for this loan is an SBA 7A lender. Under this program, banks that work with the SBA are able to provide commercial loans to to entrepreneurs who might have trouble getting a conventional bank loan.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

811111 - General Automotive Repair

Loan Approval Date

10/17/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$370,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $370,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $277,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 8 employees. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the small business promised 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?

SBA loan applications are made through a bank. The SBA guarantees a loan to the bank, so in case the borrower defaults, the bank is guaranteed a portion of the loan by the SBA.

Folks who know a lot about raising money for companies know that SBA guaranteed loans are a great funding source for small businesses. Talk to a bank like American Bank Of St. Paul and they will explain how you can get an SBA loan for your company.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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