Florida Entrepreneur Secures Financing to Buy Gold's Gym Franchise

Borrowing money to invest in a Gold's Gym franchise? Comerica Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

Want to borrow money to buy a Gold's Gym franchise? If so, here's a 2002 SBA franchise loan that you should know about. Comerica Bank was the lender and the entrepreneur was based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

SBA Loan Borrower

GOLDS GYM FT LAUDERDALE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33334

SBA Loan Lender

COMERICA BANK
1717 MAIN
DALLAS, TX 75201

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

713940 - Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers

Loan Approval Date

6/14/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$1,085,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $1,085,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $813,750.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Gold's Gym franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 20 employees. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help generate 10 new jobs and retain 20 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

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

If you need emergency money for small business, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from Comerica Bank so you can get a feel for how SBA loans work. Applying for an SBA loan starts with a visit to a banker that works with the SBA.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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