Canton, Ohio Entrepreneur Gets an SBA Loan

OhioSBA loans are available to Ohio entrepreneurs through the SBA. In this case, a Rhode Island bank provides the loan.

This small business, based in Canton, Ohio, 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 Rbs Citizens. We've got the inside scoop on this Ohio small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: SPORTING GOODS STORES
CANTON, OH 44709

SBA Loan Lender

RBS CITIZENS
ONE CITIZENS PLAZA
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

This lender processed this loan under the SBA Express program, which offers a streamlined review process in which bankers can process SBA loan applications on an expedited basis.

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

5/2/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$20,500

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $20,500 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $10,250.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing 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 2 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help generate 1 new job and retain 3 existing jobs.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

Don't forget. To get an SBA loan, you must apply for an SBA loan with a local or national bank, not with the SBA. The bank processes the loan and gives you the money, and the SBA simply guarantees a portion of the loan.

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.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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