SBA Loan from Fidelity Bank Helps General Line Grocery Wholesalers Company

Fidelity 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 Georgia entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Atlanta, Georgia was able to borrow $520,000 from Fidelity Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $375,247 of this Georgia small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: GENERAL LINE GROCERY WHOLESALERS
ATLANTA, GA 30336

SBA Loan Lender

FIDELITY BANK
3500 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD
NORCROSS, GA 30092

As a member of the SBA's Preferred Lender Program (PLP), this bank is able to streamline the underwriting process and provide a favorable credit decision on behalf of the SBA for long-term loans. PLP lenders can cut through the red tape and accelerate the loan approval process.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

422410 - General Line Grocery Wholesalers

Loan Approval Date

9/24/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$520,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $520,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $375,247.

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 23 employees. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help generate 4 new jobs and retain 27 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

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.

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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