Berkeley, California Entrepreneur Gets an SBA Loan

Would a California small business loan help your small business to grow and prosper? If so, you may want to talk with this California bank, which offers SBA loans to California entrepreneurs.

This small business, based in Berkeley, 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 Innovative Bank. We've got the inside scoop on this California small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: CHILD DAY CARE SERVICES
BERKELEY, CA 94703

SBA Loan Lender

INNOVATIVE BANK
360 14TH ST
OAKLAND, CA 94612

SBA 7a lending is the most popular loan program offered by the Small Business Association (SBA), a federal lending guaranty program. This business loan was issued via the SBA 7a lending program.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

624410 - Child Day Care Services

Loan Approval Date

4/19/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$5,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $5,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $4,250.

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 only one employee. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help retain 1 existing job.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

If you need money to start a business or need money for an existing business, an SBA loan can be a great way to raise money

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 Innovative 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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