Houston, Texas Entrepreneur Gets a Business Loan

Looking to get a Texas business loan? This Texas entrepreneur got a business loan, provided by a Texas bank that works with the SBA to help small business owners.

This small business, based in Houston, Texas, offers a good example of how small businesses get financed. Taking advantage of the SBA's guaranteed loan program, they were able to get a loan from Wachovia Bank. We've got the inside scoop on this Texas small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: PLEATING, DECORATIVE AND NOVELTY STITCHING
HOUSTON, TX 77054

SBA Loan Lender

WACHOVIA BANK
1001 HWY 146 SOUTH
LA PORTE, TX 77571

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.

SIC Code

2395 - Pleating, Decorative and Novelty Stitching

NAICS Code

313311 - Broadwoven Fabric Finishing Mills

Loan Approval Date

3/10/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$440,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $440,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $330,000.

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 21 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.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

SBA loan applications are made through a bank. The SBA guarantees a loan to the bank, so in case the borrower defaults, the bank is guaranteed a portion of the loan by the SBA.

Wondering how to raise money quickly? With the SBA's Preferred Lenders Program, LowDoc Program, SBAExpress and CommunityExpress loan programs, an SBA loan can be approved and funded in two days. This company did everything right to get a $440,000 loan. It's not easy, but why not give getting an SBA loan of your own a try?

About This SBA Loan Information:

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