Business Loan from Woodforest National Bank Given to Coastal And Great Lakes Freightwater Transportation Company

Woodforest National Bank and the SBA work together to get business loans for growing small businesses. Here's an example of how a Texas entrepreneur was able to get a loan to take a small business to the next level.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Houston, Texas was able to borrow $1,750,000 from Woodforest National Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $1,312,500 of this Texas small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: COASTAL AND GREAT LAKES FREIGHTWATER TRANSPORTATION
HOUSTON, TX 77029

SBA Loan Lender

WOODFOREST NATIONAL BANK
13301 EAST FRWY
HOUSTON, TX 77015

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

483113 - Coastal and Great Lakes FreightWater Transportation

Loan Approval Date

9/22/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$1,750,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $1,750,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $1,312,500.

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 35 employees. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help generate 3 new jobs and retain 35 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

For small businesses in need of money, an SBA guaranteed loan is often the best way to obtain financing.

If you need emergency money for small businesses, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from Woodforest National Bank 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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