Getting an SBA Loan for Sporting Goods Stores

Looking for SBA loans for sporting goods stores? Talk to a banker who works with the SBA. This $20,000 sporting goods stores loan was issued by a Pennsylvania bank.

This business knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, they applied for and were awarded an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2001. The lending bank was National City Bank, based in Erie, Pennsylvania.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: SPORTING GOODS STORES
BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010

SBA Loan Lender

NATIONAL CITY BANK
801 STATE ST
ERIE, PA 16501

The lender provided this bank loan through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan program called the SBA Express Loan program. SBA Express loans are typically used for working capital, inventory purchases and equipment financing.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued under the SBA Fast Track program, which later was renamed the SBA Express loan program.

NAICS Code

451110 - Sporting Goods Stores

Loan Approval Date

8/31/2001

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$20,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $20,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $10,000.

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 2 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 2 new jobs and retain 2 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides government-guaranteed loans designed to help small businesses that may not otherwise qualify for credit get the funds they need.

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 National City 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!

About This SBA Loan Information:

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