Local Business Gets a California Bank Loan

Business loans in California are are few and far betweeen these days. We take a look at one California business loan, provided by a New York bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This small business, based in Chula Vista, California, 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 Banco Popular North America. We've got the inside scoop on this California small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: DENTISTS
CHULA VISTA, CA 91915

SBA Loan Lender

BANCO POPULAR NORTH AMERICA
7 W 51ST ST, BETWEEN 5TH & 6T
NEW YORK CITY, NY 10019

As a member of the SBA's Preferred Lender Program (PLP), this bank is able to streamline the underwriting process and provide a favorable credit decision on behalf of the SBA for long-term loans. PLP lenders can cut through the red tape and accelerate the loan approval process.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

621210 - Dentists

Loan Approval Date

3/31/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$175,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $175,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $131,250.

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 10 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help generate 3 new jobs and retain 13 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

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.

Folks who know a lot about raising money for companies know that SBA guaranteed loans are a great funding source for small businesses. Talk to a bank like Banco Popular North America and they will explain how you can get an SBA loan for your company.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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