Borrowing Money for Florists

With these loans for florists, the SBA guarantees the lender that the loan will be repaid. This florists loan for $150,000 was given to a Texas entrepreneur in 2006.

This small firm knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Austin, Texas, they applied for and were awarded an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2006. The lending bank was The Frost National Bank, based in San Antonio, Texas.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: FLORISTS
AUSTIN, TX 78756

SBA Loan Lender

THE FROST NATIONAL BANK
100 W HOUSTON ST
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78205

When this loan was made, this bank participated in the SBA's Certified Lenders Program (CLP). This program was created to provide expeditious service on loan applications received from lenders who have a successful SBA lending track record and a thorough understanding of SBA policies and procedures. CLP lenders perform a complete analysis of the application and, in return, SBA promises a fast loan decision.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

453110 - Florists

Loan Approval Date

2/1/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$150,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $150,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $127,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 4 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the business promised to use the funding to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

Many small businesses receive loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

If you need emergency money for small businesses, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from The Frost National Bank so you can get a feel for how SBA loans work. Applying for an SBA loan starts with a visit to a banker that works with the SBA.

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