Dothan, Alabama Entrepreneur Gets an SBA Loan

Want an Alabama small business loan? This Alabama entrepreneur got a small business loan, provided by a Georgia bank that works with the SBA to help small business owners.

This small business, based in Dothan, Alabama, 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 Regions Bank. We've got the inside scoop on this Alabama small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: WATER, SEWER, AND UTILITY LINES
DOTHAN, AL 36301

SBA Loan Lender

REGIONS BANK
6637 ROSWELL RD
ATLANTA, GA 30328

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.

SIC Code

1623 - Water, Sewer, and Utility Lines

NAICS Code

234910 - Water, Sewer, and Pipeline Construction

Loan Approval Date

1/7/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$235,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $235,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $176,250.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 7 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help retain 7 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

Don't forget. To get an SBA loan, you must 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.

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 $235,000 loan. Remember, anyone can do it... so why not you?

About This SBA Loan Information:

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