Crystal, MN Entrepreneur Gets SBA Loan to Buy Fantastic Sam's Franchise

Borrowing money to buy a Fantastic Sam's franchise? Associated Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

Fantastic Sam's franchise loans are available to Crystal, Minnesota entrepreneurs, and entrepreneurs in other locations throughout the country. In fact, Associated Bank, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, issued an SBA franchise loan for a Fantastic Sam's franchise in 2003. We've got all the details on this Minnesota small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

FANTASTIC SAMS
CRYSTAL, MN 55422

SBA Loan Lender

ASSOCIATED BANK
740 MARQUETTE AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55402

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

812112 - Beauty Salons

Loan Approval Date

5/7/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$127,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $127,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $107,950.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Fantastic Sam's franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had only one employee. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 5 new jobs and retain 6 existing jobs.

Great, But How Can I Get an SBA Loan for My Business?

Many small businesses receive loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. Associated Bank had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, Associated Bank made the loan. The end result was that this firm was given the opportunity to grow their business and enhance the lives of their employees and customers.

The process for getting an SBA loan is relatively straight-forward. Sit down with your banker and they will explain the process in detail.

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