SBA Loan from Sterling Bank Helps Durable Goods Wholesalers Company

Sterling Bank has a track record as a leading provider of SBA loans. Find out how this Texas entrepreneur received an SBA loan from them.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Houston, Texas was able to borrow $50,000 from Sterling Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $25,000 of this Texas small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: DURABLE GOODS WHOLESALERS
HOUSTON, TX 77081

SBA Loan Lender

STERLING BANK
2550 N LOOP WEST
HOUSTON, TX 77092

This lender processed this commercial loan under the SBA Express program, which offers a streamlined review process in which bankers can process SBA loan applications on an expedited basis.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued under the SBA Fast Track program, which later was renamed the SBA Express loan program.

NAICS Code

421990 - Durable Goods Wholesalers

Loan Approval Date

4/2/2001

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$50,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $50,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $25,000.

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 3 employees. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the small business promised to use the loan proceeds to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.

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

SBA 7(a) Loans can be used for nearly any business purpose, such as commercial real estate, construction or renovation for owner-users, business acquisition and start-up, franchise refinancing, refinancing for existing debt, equipment purchases, working capital, and inventory.

While you may be able to find business people willing to loan money, the SBA is a tried and true source for small business loan guarantees. This loan shows that any business with ambition and the right qualifications can get an SBA loan.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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