Independence Bank Provides SBA Loan to Buy Subway Sandwich Shop Franchise

Borrowing money to invest in a Subway Sandwich Shop franchise? Independence Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

Getting money to buy a Subway Sandwich Shop franchise is doable. In 2003, Independence Bank issued an SBA franchise loan to an entrepreneur in Boston, Massachusetts. Because Subway Sandwich Shop was registered with the SBA's registry of franchises, this Massachusetts small business loan was issued on an expedited basis.

SBA Loan Borrower

SUBWAY
BOSTON, MA 02127

SBA Loan Lender

INDEPENDENCE BANK
1370 S COUNTY TRL
EAST GREENWICH, RI 02818

This was a LowDoc (Low Documentation Loan Program). LowDoc is one of the SBA's most popular programs because there is a simple, one-page SBA application form and rapid turnaround on loan approvals.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5812 - Eating Places

NAICS Code

722211 - Limited-Service Restaurants

Loan Approval Date

3/13/2003

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 used to buy a Subway Sandwich Shop franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 10 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the small business promised to use the money to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Start the Process for Getting an SBA Loan Today!

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is a federal government agency that has many different programs to help small business owners. The SBA Microloan Program, for example, provides very small loans to start-up, newly established, or growing small business concerns. The SBA also has special programs for women and minorities. However, the most popular SBA program is their loan guarantee program for small businesses.

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.

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