SBA Loan from American National Bank Helps Fitness And Recreational Sports Centers Company

American National 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 Ohio entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This growing company received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2002. They applied for an SBA loan with American National Bank, out of Parma, Ohio. The loan was granted and they received $140,000 to help grow their Franklin, Ohio business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: FITNESS AND RECREATIONAL SPORTS CENTERS
FRANKLIN, OH 45005

SBA Loan Lender

AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK
5603 RIDGE RD
PARMA, OH 44129

This bank was authorized by the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) as an official lender for the SBA Preferred Lender Program (PLP). Only the most active and experienced lenders qualify for this SBA lending program.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

713940 - Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers

Loan Approval Date

8/30/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$140,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $140,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $119,000.

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 26 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help generate 31 new jobs and retain 26 existing jobs.

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.

Your solution for where to find money to start a business may be an SBA guaranteed loan. This company recognized that the SBA offers great programs for new and growing businesses. Now it's your turn. Talk to a banker to start the process.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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