Houston, Texas Entrepreneur Gets an SBA 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 2003 and, based on their loan application, they were successful in getting an SBA loan from Woodforest National Bank. Here are the details on this Texas small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: GROCERY STORES
HOUSTON, TX 77070

SBA Loan Lender

WOODFOREST NATIONAL BANK
7 SWITCHBUD PL, STE 198 C
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380

When it made this small business loan, the lender was part of the SBA's Certified Lenders Program (CLP). This program is designed to ensure speedy service on loan applications received from lenders who have a successful SBA lending track record and a thorough understanding of SBA policies and procedures. CLP lenders perform a complete analysis of the application and, in return, SBA promises a fast loan decision.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5411 - Grocery Stores

NAICS Code

445110 - Supermarkets and Grocery Stores

Loan Approval Date

11/5/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$992,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $992,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $744,000.

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 27 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the company 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.

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. Woodforest National Bank had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, Woodforest National 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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