Hayward, California Entrepreneur Gets a Bank Loan

CaliforniaSmall business loans are available to California small business owners through the SBA. In this case, a North Carolina bank provides the loan.

Getting a small business loan in Hayward, California was a top priority for this small company back in 2002 and, based on their loan application, they were successful in getting an SBA loan from Bank Of America. Here are the details on this California small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES STORES
HAYWARD, CA 94541

SBA Loan Lender

BANK OF AMERICA
100 N TRYON ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28255

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

441310 - Automotive Parts and Accessories Stores

Loan Approval Date

2/20/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$304,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $304,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $228,000.

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. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help generate 3 new jobs and retain 2 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loans typically are available at competitive interest rates and have no balloon payments or annual reviews.

There are SBA loan fees that may apply. SBA lenders must pay the SBA a guaranty fee of 1% to 3.5% of guaranteed amount. The SBA will also make the lender pay annual fees amounting to 0.25% of the loan's outstanding balance. The lender is allowed by law to pass these fees to the borrower.

Still, as most small businesses know, these fees are minimal compared to the potential of what capital can do for a business. So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch with an SBA lending bank today!

About This SBA Loan Information:

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