Firm Gets a Massachusetts Small Business Loan

Small business loans in Massachusetts are hard to find these days. We take a look at one Massachusetts small business loan, provided by a Rhode Island bank, that was approved by the SBA.

By giving the right information to Bank Of America, this Florence, Massachusetts business was able to get an SBA loan. To get this loan, the loan applicant gave the lending institution and the SBA a clear description of what the loan proceeds would be used for and how they intended to pay the loan back.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: CATERERS
FLORENCE, MA 01062

SBA Loan Lender

BANK OF AMERICA
111 WESTMINSTER ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

This lender processed this commercial loan under the SBA Express program, which offers a streamlined review process in which bankers can process SBA loan applications on an expedited basis.

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

722320 - Caterers

Loan Approval Date

9/25/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$15,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $15,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $7,500.

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 12 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 2 new jobs and retain 12 existing jobs.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

If you need business start up money in Florence MA, you ought to talk with a local Florence SBA lender or talk with an out-of-area SBA lender that has previously loaned money to Florence businesses.

This firm was able to get an SBA loan -- a strong sign of business strength. Do you think you have what it takes to get an SBA loan too? The SBA can be a great solution for raising money quickly to start or grow a business. Your next step is to speak with a banker at an SBA approved bank.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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