Florida Bank Loan Issued to Gift, Novelty, And Souvenir Shops Company

Looking to get a Florida small business loan? This Florida entrepreneur got a small business loan, provided by an Ohio bank that works with the SBA to help small business owners.

Getting a small business loan in Fort Myers, Florida was a top priority for this small company back in 2002 and, based on their loan application, they were successful in getting an SBA loan from Fifth Third Bank. Here are the details on this Florida small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: GIFT, NOVELTY, AND SOUVENIR SHOPS
FORT MYERS, FL 33901

SBA Loan Lender

FIFTH THIRD BANK
38 FOUNTAIN SQ PLZ
CINCINNATI, OH 45263

This lender issued this particular debt financing under the SBA Low Documentation program, which simplifies the SBA loan application process and emphasizes the borrower's character, credit history and projected cash flow.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5947 - Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Shops

NAICS Code

453220 - Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Stores

Loan Approval Date

4/10/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$92,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $92,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $78,200.

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

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loan applications are made through a bank. The SBA guarantees a loan to the bank, so in case the borrower defaults, the bank is guaranteed a portion of the loan by the SBA.

If you need emergency business money, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from Fifth Third 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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