Du Bois, Pennsylvania Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from First Commonwealth Bank

An SBA loan from First Commonwealth Bank typically comes with favorable terms and competitive loan rates. In this SBA loan issued by the bank, a Du Bois, Pennsylvania business owner got a $65,700 loan.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Du Bois, Pennsylvania was able to borrow $65,700 from First Commonwealth Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $32,850 of this Pennsylvania small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: BOOK STORES
DU BOIS, PA 15801

SBA Loan Lender

FIRST COMMONWEALTH BANK
RTE 220 & N JUNIATA ST
HOLLIDAYSBURG, PA 16648

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

451211 - Book Stores

Loan Approval Date

3/15/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$65,700

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $65,700 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $32,850.

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 3 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help retain 3 existing jobs.

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

Many small businesses receive loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

SBA loan guarantees are not loans per se. The SBA simply guarantees the loan, but banks and other lending institutions grant you the loan and give you the money. So, just as this company walked into First Commonwealth Bank and applied for an SBA loan, you have to do the same thing. You need to demonstrate business strength and potential, but the sooner you start, the faster you'll get the money if you qualify!

About This SBA Loan Information:

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