Growing Company Gets a Georgia Bank Loan

Bank loans in Georgia are tough to come by these days. We take a look at one Georgia bank loan, provided by a Connecticut bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This company, based in Gainesville, Georgia, offers a good example of how small businesses get financed. Taking advantage of the SBA's guaranteed loan program, they were able to get a loan from Ups Capital Business Credit. We've got the inside scoop on this Georgia small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: AMUSEMENT AND RECREATION INDUSTRIES
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501

SBA Loan Lender

UPS CAPITAL BUSINESS CREDIT
425 DAY HILL RD
WINDSOR, CT 06095

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

713990 - Amusement and Recreation Industries

Loan Approval Date

3/22/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$2,000,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $2,000,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $1,500,000.

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 2 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help generate 23 new jobs and retain 2 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

For small businesses in need of money, an SBA guaranteed loan is often the best way to obtain financing.

SBA loan guarantees are not loans per se. The SBA simply guarantees the loan, but banks and other lending institutions grant you the loan and give you the money. So, just as this company walked into Ups Capital Business Credit and applied for an SBA loan, you have to do the same thing. You need to demonstrate business strength and potential, but the sooner you start, the faster you'll get the money if you qualify!

About This SBA Loan Information:

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