Getting an SBA Loan for Optometrists

Looking for business loans for optometrists? The SBA may be the answer. This $70,000 optometrists loan was issued by an Alabama bank.

This business knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Foley, Alabama, they applied for and were awarded an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2006. The lending bank was United Bank, based in Atmore, Alabama.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: OPTOMETRISTS
FOLEY, AL 36532

SBA Loan Lender

UNITED BANK
200 E NASHVILLE AVE
ATMORE, AL 36502

This lender issued this commercial loan under the SBA 7A lending 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.

NAICS Code

621320 - Optometrists

Loan Approval Date

11/29/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$70,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $70,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $59,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

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

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA guaranteed loans are made by private lenders and are guaranteed by the SBA with funds appropriated by Congress.

While you may be able to find other ways to get money to start a business, the SBA is a tried and true source for small business loan guarantees. This loan shows that any business with ambition and the right qualifications can get an SBA loan.

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