Local Business Gets a Texas Bank Loan

Business loans in Texas are are few and far betweeen these days. We take a look at one Texas business loan, provided by a Texas bank, that was approved by the SBA.

Getting a small business loan in Houston, Texas was a top priority for this SBA-financed company back in 2000 and, based on their loan application, they were successful in getting an SBA loan from Metrobank. Here are the details on this Texas small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: COMMERCIAL PRINTING
HOUSTON, TX 77002

SBA Loan Lender

METROBANK
9600 BELLAIRE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77036

This bank was authorized by the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) as an official lender for the SBA Preferred Lender Program (PLP). Only the most active and experienced lenders qualify for this SBA lending program.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

2759 - Commercial Printing

NAICS Code

323119 - Commercial Printing

Loan Approval Date

8/21/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$460,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $460,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $345,000.

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 7 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the small business planned to use the loan proceeds to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Great, But How Can I Get an SBA Loan for My Business?

If you are wondering how to find money to start a business or already have a business and need money to expand, an SBA loan can be a great way to raise money

SBA loan guarantees are not loans per se. The SBA simply guarantees the loan, but banks and other lending institutions grant you the loan and give you the money. So, just as this company walked into Metrobank and applied for an SBA loan, you have to do the same thing. You need to demonstrate business strength and potential, but the sooner you start, the faster you'll get the money if you qualify!

About This SBA Loan Information:

All SBA loan data displayed above comes from the government's publicly available SBA loan database. Information on this page is provided by the Gaebler.com news organization to inform business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and others about SBA loan activity. LoanCensus.com does not assist businesses with obtaining SBA loans and was not involved in any way with this transaction. For additional information, see our Loan Information FAQ.

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