Aptos, California Entrepreneur Gets a Bank Loan

Business loans in California are tough to come by these days. We take a look at one California business loan, provided by a Texas bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This small business, based in Aptos, California, offers a good example of how small businesses get financed. Taking advantage of the SBA's guaranteed loan program, they were able to get a loan from Comerica Bank. We've got the inside scoop on this California small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: SUPERMARKETS AND GROCERY STORES
APTOS, CA 95003

SBA Loan Lender

COMERICA BANK
1717 MAIN
DALLAS, TX 75201

This lender provides SBA business loans as part of the SBA's Preferred Lender Program (PLP). SBA PLP lenders are chosen from among the SBA's best lenders and have full delegation of lending authority in most situations.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

445110 - Supermarkets and Grocery Stores

Loan Approval Date

10/4/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$317,500

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $317,500 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $238,125.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new 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 7 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 4 new jobs and retain 11 existing jobs.

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

Don't forget. To get an SBA loan, you must 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.

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 Comerica Bank and they will explain how you can get an SBA loan for your company.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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