Loan to Buy Fantastic Sam's Franchise Issued By Shorebank

Borrowing money to purchase a Fantastic Sam's franchise? Shorebank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

Want to borrow money to buy a Fantastic Sam's franchise? If so, here's a 2005 SBA franchise loan that you should know about. Shorebank was the lender and the entrepreneur was based in Chicago, Illinois.

SBA Loan Borrower

FANTASTIC SAMS
CHICAGO, IL 60614

SBA Loan Lender

SHOREBANK
7054 S JEFFREY AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60649

This lender processed this bank 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

446120 - Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Stores

Loan Approval Date

3/18/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$25,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $25,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $12,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. This loan was used to buy a Fantastic Sam's franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 6 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help generate 1 new job and retain 6 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loan applications are made through a bank. The SBA guarantees a loan to the bank, so in case the borrower defaults, the bank is guaranteed a portion of the loan by the SBA.

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. Shorebank had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, Shorebank made the loan. The end result was that this firm was given the opportunity to grow their business and enhance the lives of their employees and customers.

The process for getting an SBA loan is relatively straight-forward. Sit down with your banker and they will explain the process in detail.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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