Akron, Ohio Bank Gives SBA Loan to Wineries Company

Want to talk with an Akron, Ohio bank about a small business loan? Here's one Ohio business loan, issued by an Akron bank, that was approved by the SBA.

Applying for an SBA loan with Firstmerit Bank worked out well for our friends at one local business in Columbus, Ohio. The business was able to get an SBA loan for $120,000. Great job!

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: WINERIES
COLUMBUS, OH 43201

SBA Loan Lender

FIRSTMERIT BANK
3 CASCADE PLZ
AKRON, OH 44308

This loan was provided via the SBA's LowDoc (Low Documentation) program. For these loans, the SBA can guarantee up to 80 percent of the loan amount. More importantly, completed applications are processed quickly by the SBA, usually within two or three days, and the required documentation to get a loan is minimal.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

312130 - Wineries

Loan Approval Date

11/24/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$120,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $120,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $102,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. The SBA's records indicate that the loan was not for investment in a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 3 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the business 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.

This firm was able to get an SBA loan -- a strong sign of business strength. Do you think you have what it takes to get an SBA loan too? The SBA can be a great solution for raising money quickly to start or grow a business. Your next step is to speak with a banker at an SBA approved bank.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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