Wachovia Bank SBA Loan to Food Stores Company

Wachovia Bank is a source for SBA loans that have lower down payments and longer repayment terms than many other financing options. To help you understand SBA loans, we've featured one Alabama entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This small firm knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Florence, Alabama, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2001. The lending bank was Wachovia Bank, based in Florence, Alabama.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: FOOD STORES
FLORENCE, AL 35630

SBA Loan Lender

WACHOVIA BANK
102 DR HICK'S BLVD
FLORENCE, AL 35630

This was a Low Documentation SBA loan. The SBA started this program to minimize the paperwork associated with borrowing money. The low-doc program requires completion of only a one-page form for a loan of $50,000 or less. The limits have changed over time. Right now, the maximum small business loan for this SBA program is $100,000.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5499 - Food Stores

NAICS Code

445210 - Meat Markets

Loan Approval Date

2/28/2001

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$43,500

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $43,500 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $36,975.

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 6 employees. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the company promised to use the loan proceeds to add employees or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loans provide smart, affordable business financing for small businesses looking to expand.

Folks who know a lot about raising money for companies know that SBA guaranteed loans are a great funding source for small businesses. Talk to a bank like Wachovia Bank and they will explain how you can get an SBA loan for your company.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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