Company Gets an Arkansas Small Business Loan

SBA loans in Arkansas are tough to come by these days. We take a look at one Arkansas SBA loan, provided by an Arkansas bank, that was approved by the SBA.

By giving the right information to Simmons 1st Bank - Hot Springs, this Hot Springs, Arkansas business was able to get an SBA loan. To get this loan, the applying company gave the lending institution and the SBA a clear description of what the loan proceeds would be used for and how they intended to pay the loan back.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: SNACK AND NONALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE BARS
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913

SBA Loan Lender

SIMMONS 1ST BANK - HOT SPRINGS
515 W GRAND
HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL, AR 71901

This was a Low Documentation SBA loan. The SBA started this program to minimize the paperwork associated with borrowing money. The low-doc program requires completion of only a one-page form for a loan of $50,000 or less. The limits have changed over time. Right now, the maximum small business loan for this SBA program is $100,000.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

722213 - Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars

Loan Approval Date

4/11/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$100,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $100,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $85,000.

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 6 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the business promised to use the money to add employees or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

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

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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