SBA Loan from Fifth Third Bank Helps Nondurable Goods Merchant Wholesalers Company

Fifth Third 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 Michigan entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Grand Rapids, Michigan was able to borrow $300,000 from Fifth Third Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $150,000 of this Michigan small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: NONDURABLE GOODS MERCHANT WHOLESALERS
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49548

SBA Loan Lender

FIFTH THIRD BANK
38 FOUNTAIN SQ PLZ
CINCINNATI, OH 45263

This was an SBA Express loan. SBA Express Loans allow small business owners to get up to a 50% SBA guaranty on a loan. The maximum amount for an SBA Express Loan is $350,000.

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

424990 - Nondurable Goods Merchant Wholesalers

Loan Approval Date

3/1/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$300,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $300,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $150,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had only one employee. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help generate 3 new jobs and retain 1 existing job.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

If you need money to start a business or already have a business and need money to expand, an SBA loan can be a great funding source

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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