Business Loan from Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Given to Car Washes Company

Gulf Coast Bank & Trust 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 Louisiana entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This business received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2003. They applied for an SBA loan with Gulf Coast Bank & Trust, out of Morrow, Georgia. The loan was granted and they received $625,000 to help grow their Gretna, Louisiana business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: CAR WASHES
GRETNA, LA 70114

SBA Loan Lender

GULF COAST BANK & TRUST
7179 JONESBORO RD, STE 200
MORROW, GA 30260

This SBA bank loan was a SBA 7A loan, which means it originated at a lending institution and the SBA provide a guaranty on a portion or percentage of the loan.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

811192 - Car Washes

Loan Approval Date

7/16/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$625,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $625,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $468,750.

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 3 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the company planned to use the loan proceeds to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

Many small businesses receive loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Wondering how to raise money quickly? With the SBA's Preferred Lenders Program, LowDoc Program, SBAExpress and CommunityExpress loan programs, an SBA loan can be approved and funded in two days. This company did everything right to get a $625,000 loan. It's not easy, but why not give getting an SBA loan of your own a try?

About This SBA Loan Information:

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