Raising Money for Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores

With these bank loans for gasoline stations with convenience stores, the SBA guarantees the lender that the loan will be repaid. This gasoline stations with convenience stores loan for $1,200,000 was given to a Georgia entrepreneur in 2003.

This company knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Cumming, Georgia, they applied for and were awarded an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2003. The lending bank was Community Bank & Trust, based in Cornelia, Georgia.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: GASOLINE STATIONS WITH CONVENIENCE STORES
CUMMING, GA 30024

SBA Loan Lender

COMMUNITY BANK & TRUST
448 N MAIN ST
CORNELIA, GA 30531

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

447110 - Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores

Loan Approval Date

6/6/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$1,200,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $1,200,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $900,000.

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 4 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help retain 4 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

Although it's called an SBA loan, you apply for an SBA loan with a local or national bank, not with the SBA. The bank processes the loan and gives you the money, and the SBA simply guarantees a portion of the loan.

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.

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