SBA Loan from Fifth Third Bank Helps Convenience Stores Company

Fifth Third Bank is a source for SBA loans that have lower down payments and longer repayment terms than many other financing options. To help you understand SBA loans, we've featured one Ohio entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This small firm received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2003. They applied for an SBA loan with Fifth Third Bank, out of Cleveland, Ohio. The loan was granted and they received $460,000 to help grow their Cleveland, Ohio business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: CONVENIENCE STORES
CLEVELAND, OH 44135

SBA Loan Lender

FIFTH THIRD BANK
600 SUPERIOR AVE EAST
CLEVELAND, OH 44114

This SBA loan was issued under the SBA's Certified Lenders Program (CLP), which means that the lender has a successful SBA lending track record and are well trained in SBA loan requirements.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

445120 - Convenience Stores

Loan Approval Date

9/26/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$460,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $460,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $345,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. According to the loan information, this was not a franchise loan. At the time of the loan, the company had 7 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the SBA funding recipient promised to use the money to add employees or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

For small businesses in need of money, an SBA guaranteed loan is often the best way to obtain financing.

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