Illinois Business Loan Issued to Coin-Operated Laundries And Drycleaners Company

Bank loans in Illinois are tough to come by these days. We take a look at one Illinois bank loan, provided by a Michigan bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This company, based in Chicago, Illinois, offers a good example of how small businesses get financed. Taking advantage of the SBA's guaranteed loan program, they were able to get a loan from Fifth Third Bank. We've got the inside scoop on this Illinois small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: COIN-OPERATED LAUNDRIES AND DRYCLEANERS
Chicago, IL 60649

SBA Loan Lender

FIFTH THIRD BANK
111 LYON ST NW
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503

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

812310 - Coin-Operated Laundries and Drycleaners

Loan Approval Date

2/26/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$236,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $236,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $177,000.

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 3 employees. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help retain 3 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA guaranteed loans are made by private lenders and are guaranteed by the SBA with funds appropriated by Congress.

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 $236,000 loan. Remember, things become real when you believe you can achieve them!

About This SBA Loan Information:

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