Cumberland, Rhode Island Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Bank Rhode Island

Bank Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This small firm received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2006. They applied for an SBA loan with Bank Rhode Island, out of Providence, Rhode Island. The loan was granted and they received $30,000 to help grow their Cumberland, Rhode Island business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: CLOTHING STORES
CUMBERLAND, RI 02864

SBA Loan Lender

BANK RHODE ISLAND
ONE TURKS HEAD PLACE
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

The lender provided this business loan through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan program called the SBA Express Loan program. SBA Express loans are typically used for working capital, inventory purchases and equipment financing.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued under the SBA Fast Track program, which later was renamed the SBA Express loan program.

NAICS Code

448190 - Clothing Stores

Loan Approval Date

5/9/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$30,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $30,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $15,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had no employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the business promised to use the funding to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

If you are interested in getting money to start a business or need money for an existing business, an SBA loan can be a great way to raise money

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. Bank Rhode Island had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, Bank Rhode Island 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.

About This SBA Loan Information:

All SBA loan data displayed above comes from the government's publicly available SBA loan database. Information on this page is provided by the Gaebler.com news organization to inform business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and others about SBA loan activity. LoanCensus.com does not assist businesses with obtaining SBA loans and was not involved in any way with this transaction. For additional information, see our Loan Information FAQ.

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