Grand Rapids, Michigan Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Irwin Union Bank & Trust

Irwin Union Bank & Trust and the SBA work together to get business loans for growing small businesses. Here's an example of how a Michigan entrepreneur was able to get a loan to take a small business to the next level.

This growing company received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2006. They applied for an SBA loan with Irwin Union Bank & Trust, out of Columbus, Indiana. The loan was granted and they received $50,000 to help grow their Grand Rapids, Michigan business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: FLORISTS
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49506

SBA Loan Lender

IRWIN UNION BANK & TRUST
500 WASHINGTON ST
COLUMBUS, IN 47201

This lender processed this bank loan under the SBA Express program, which offers a streamlined review process in which bankers can process SBA loan applications on an expedited basis.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued under the SBA Fast Track program, which later was renamed the SBA Express loan program.

NAICS Code

453110 - Florists

Loan Approval Date

9/25/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$50,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $50,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $25,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new 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 4 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 4 new jobs and retain 8 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides government-guaranteed loans designed to help small businesses that may not otherwise qualify for credit get the funds they need.

If you need emergency money for small business, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from Irwin Union Bank & Trust 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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