Effingham, Illinois Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from The First National Bank

The First National Bank and the SBA work together to get business loans for growing small businesses. Here's an example of how an Illinois 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 Effingham, Illinois was able to borrow $650,000 from The First National Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $487,500 of this Illinois small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: PLUMBING, HEATING, AND AIR-CONDITIONING
EFFINGHAM, IL 62401

SBA Loan Lender

THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK
1310 E CITY, RTE 40
GREENVILLE, IL 62246

This lender issued this SBA small business loan under the 7A SBA program, in which the SBA provides guaranteed loans to small business owners. This lending program began in 1953. In the early days of the SBA, these loans were issued directly by the SBA. Today, SBA loans are issued primarily through approved banks and lenders.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

1711 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning

NAICS Code

235110 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors

Loan Approval Date

7/18/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$650,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $650,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $487,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. The SBA's records indicate that the loan was not for investment in a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 40 employees. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the company promised to use the money to add employees or retain any existing employees.

Start the Process for Getting an SBA Loan Today!

If you are wondering how to find money to start a business or need money for an existing business, an SBA loan can be a great funding source

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. The First National Bank had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, The First National Bank made the loan. The end result was that this firm was given the opportunity to grow their business and enhance the lives of their employees and customers.

The process for getting an SBA loan is relatively straight-forward. Sit down with your banker and they will explain the process in detail.

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