SBA Loan from Wachovia Bank Helps Gift, Novelty, And Souvenir Stores Company

Wachovia 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.

Getting a small business loan in Houston, Texas was an essential business goal for this company back in 2003 and, based on their loan application, they were successful in getting an SBA loan from Wachovia Bank, operating out of Birmingham, Alabama. Here are the details on this Texas small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: GIFT, NOVELTY, AND SOUVENIR STORES
HOUSTON, TX 77084

SBA Loan Lender

WACHOVIA BANK
420 N 20TH ST
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35203

This SBA business loan was issued by a lender that participates in the SBA Express Loans program. SBA Express loans can be issued in as little as 36 hours.

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

453220 - Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Stores

Loan Approval Date

2/6/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$70,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $70,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $35,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 2 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help generate 3 new jobs and retain 2 existing jobs.

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

Remember, you apply for an SBA loan with a local or national bank, not with the SBA. The bank processes the loan and gives you the money, and the SBA simply guarantees a portion of the loan.

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. Wachovia Bank had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, Wachovia Bank made the loan. The end result was that this firm was given the opportunity to grow their business and enhance the lives of their employees and customers.

The process for getting an SBA loan is relatively straight-forward. Sit down with your banker and they will explain the process in detail.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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