Business Loan from Compass Bank Given to Optometrists Company

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

Getting a small business loan in Edmond, Oklahoma was an essential business goal for this company back in 2007 and, based on their loan application, they were successful in getting an SBA loan from Compass Bank, operating out of Birmingham, Alabama. Here are the details on this Oklahoma small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: OPTOMETRISTS
Edmond, OK 73083

SBA Loan Lender

COMPASS BANK
15 S 20TH ST
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

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.

NAICS Code

621320 - Optometrists

Loan Approval Date

6/19/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$333,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $333,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $249,750.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. According to the loan information, this was not a franchise loan. At the time of the loan, the company had 2 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 1 new job and retain 2 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

Don't apply for a loan directly with the SBA. You need to 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.

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. Compass Bank had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, Compass 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.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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