How to Get a Loan for Family Clothing Stores

With these commercial loans for family clothing stores, the SBA guarantees the lender that the loan will be repaid. This family clothing stores loan for $65,000 was given to an Illinois entrepreneur in 2005.

This business received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2005. They applied for an SBA loan with First Midwest Bank, out of Chicago, Illinois. The loan was granted and they received $65,000 to help grow their Elmhurst, Illinois business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: FAMILY CLOTHING STORES
ELMHURST, IL 60126

SBA Loan Lender

FIRST MIDWEST BANK
8501 W HIGGINS RD
CHICAGO, IL 60631

This was a Low Documentation SBA loan. The SBA started this program to reduce the paperwork associated with getting a loan . The low-doc program is quick, requiring completion of only a one-page form for a loan of $50,000 or less. The limits have changed over time. Today, you can borrow up to $100,000 through the low-doc SBA program.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

448140 - Family Clothing Stores

Loan Approval Date

8/30/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$65,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $65,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $55,250.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new 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 4 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the business promised to use the loan proceeds to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

If you are interested in getting money to start a business or need money for an existing business, an SBA loan can be a great way to raise money

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 Midwest 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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