Broussard, Louisiana Entrepreneur Gets an SBA Loan

Looking to get a Louisiana business loan? This Louisiana entrepreneur got a business loan, provided by a Louisiana bank that works with the SBA to help small business owners.

By giving the right information to Gulf Coast Bank, this Broussard, Louisiana business was able to get an SBA loan. To get this loan, the business owner gave the lending institution and the SBA a clear description of what the loan proceeds would be used for and how they intended to pay the loan back.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: AUTOMOTIVE TRANSMISSION REPAIR
BROUSSARD, LA 70518

SBA Loan Lender

GULF COAST BANK
221 S STATE ST
ABBEVILLE, LA 70510

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.

NAICS Code

811113 - Automotive Transmission Repair

Loan Approval Date

10/2/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$122,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $122,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $103,700.

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. The loan application did not indicate that the business planned to use the money to add employees or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA guaranteed loans are made by private lenders and are guaranteed by the SBA with funds appropriated by Congress.

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 Gulf Coast 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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