Park National Bank Provides SBA Loan to Buy Ace Hardware Franchise

Need a loan to buy an Ace Hardware franchise? Park National Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

If you live near Chicago, Illinois and are interested in buying an Ace Hardware franchise, you'll be interested to read the details on this SBA franchise loan, issued in 2004 by Park National Bank. Obtaining a franchise loan from a commercial lending institution can be a great way to finance a franchise purchase.

SBA Loan Borrower

GORDON'S ACE HARDWARE-ORLEANS
CHICAGO, IL 60657

SBA Loan Lender

PARK NATIONAL BANK
801 N CLARK ST
CHICAGO, IL 60610

This lender issued this particular SBA loan under the SBA Low Documentation program, which simplifies the SBA loan application process and emphasizes the borrower's character, credit history and projected cash flow.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

444130 - Hardware Stores

Loan Approval Date

2/2/2004

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 an Ace Hardware franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 10 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the SBA funding recipient promised to use the funding to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

Remember, you 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.

We can help you find the best banks for small businesses in Chicago 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.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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