Loan to Buy Carvel Ice Cream Franchise Issued By Stearns Bank

Borrowing money to invest in a Carvel Ice Cream franchise? Stearns Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

If you live near Commerce, Michigan and are interested in buying a Carvel Ice Cream franchise, you'll be interested to read the details on this SBA franchise loan, issued in 2005 by Stearns Bank. Obtaining a franchise loan from a commercial lending institution can be a great way to finance a franchise purchase.

SBA Loan Borrower

CARVEL
COMMERCE, MI 48382

SBA Loan Lender

STEARNS BANK
4191 2ND ST SOUTH
SAINT CLOUD, MN 56301

This lender provides SBA guaranteed bank loans as part of the SBA's Preferred Lender Program (PLP). SBA PLP lenders are chosen from among the SBA's best lenders and have full delegation of lending authority in most situations.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

722213 - Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars

Loan Approval Date

4/25/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$251,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $251,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $188,250.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Carvel Ice Cream franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had only one employee. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help generate 6 new jobs and retain 1 existing job.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA 7(a) Loans can be used for nearly any business purpose, such as commercial real estate, construction or renovation for owner-users, business acquisition and start-up, franchise refinancing, refinancing for existing debt, equipment purchases, working capital, and inventory.

Many small business owners never get a business loan because they never bother to apply for a business loan. If you take the initiative, you may get a loan, just like this company did when it applied for and received this $251,000 loan. Remember, anyone can do it... so why not you?

About This SBA Loan Information:

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