Berkeley, California Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Comerica Bank

An SBA loan from Comerica Bank typically comes with favorable terms and competitive loan rates. In this SBA loan issued by the bank, a Berkeley, California business owner got a $500,000 loan.

This growing company received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2002. They applied for an SBA loan with Comerica Bank, out of Dallas, Texas. The loan was granted and they received $500,000 to help grow their Berkeley, California business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: GIFT, NOVELTY, AND SOUVENIR STORES
BERKELEY, CA 94704

SBA Loan Lender

COMERICA BANK
1717 MAIN
DALLAS, TX 75201

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

453220 - Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Stores

Loan Approval Date

12/17/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$500,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $500,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $375,000.

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 26 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help retain 26 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

If you need money to start a small business or already have a business and need money to expand, an SBA loan can be a great funding source

We can help you find the best banks for small businesses in Berkeley or anywhere else for that matter. By talking to a number of banks about getting an SBA loan, you will increase your odds of success.

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