Clearwater, FL Entrepreneur Gets SBA Loan to Buy Cici's Pizza Franchise

Need a loan to purchase a Cici's Pizza franchise? Comerica Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

An entrepreneur in Clearwater, Florida needed money to invest in a Cici's Pizza franchise back in 2001. Comerica Bank issued an SBA franchise loan. Here are the details on this Florida small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

CICI'S PIZZA #201 INC
CLEARWATER, FL 34624

SBA Loan Lender

COMERICA BANK
1900 W LOOP SOUTH
HOUSTON, TX 77027

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

722211 - Limited-Service Restaurants

Loan Approval Date

4/24/2001

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$293,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $293,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $219,750.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. This loan was used to buy a Cici's Pizza franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 20 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help retain 20 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides government-guaranteed loans designed to help small businesses that may not otherwise qualify for credit get the funds they need.

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 Comerica Bank and they will explain how you can get an SBA loan for your company.

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