Illinois Entrepreneur Secures Financing to Buy Merlin's Muffler Franchise

Need a loan to buy a Merlin's Muffler franchise? Business Lenders, LLC has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

An entrepreneur in Glendale Heights, Illinois needed money to invest in a Merlin's Muffler franchise back in 2003. Business Lenders, LLC issued an SBA franchise loan. Here are the details on this Illinois small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

MERLIN'S MUFFLER & BRAKE
GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL 60139

SBA Loan Lender

BUSINESS LENDERS, LLC
50 STATE HOUSE SQUARE 5TH FL
HARTFORD, CT 06103

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

811112 - Automotive Exhaust System Repair

Loan Approval Date

7/22/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$172,500

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $172,500 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $129,375.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Merlin's Muffler franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 3 employees. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help generate 2 new jobs and retain 1 existing job.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

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.

This firm was able to get an SBA loan -- a strong sign of business strength. Do you think you have what it takes to get an SBA loan too? The SBA can be a great solution for raising money quickly to start or grow a business. Your next step is to speak with a banker at an SBA approved bank.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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