SBA Loan from Sovereign Bank Helps Eating Places Company

Sovereign Bank and the SBA work together to get business loans for growing small businesses. Here's an example of how a Massachusetts entrepreneur was able to get a loan to take a small business to the next level.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Dorchester, Massachusetts was able to borrow $100,000 from Sovereign Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $50,000 of this Massachusetts small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: EATING PLACES
DORCHESTER, MA 02124

SBA Loan Lender

SOVEREIGN BANK
75 STATE ST
BOSTON, MA 02109

This small business loan was issued by a lender that participates in the SBA Express Loans program. SBA Express loans can be issued in as little as 36 hours.

SBA Loan Program Type

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

SIC Code

5812 - Eating Places

Loan Approval Date

5/10/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$100,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $100,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $50,000.

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 15 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help generate 5 new jobs and retain 20 existing jobs.

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

SBA loans can help growing businesses purchase or renovate real estate, acquire fixed assets such as heavy machinery or specialized equipment, borrow working capital for ongoing financing needs, or fund the acquisition of new businesses.

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.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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