Firm Gets a Texas Business Loan

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

By giving the right information to Sterling Bancshares, Inc., this Houston, Texas business was able to get an SBA loan. To get this loan, the loan applicant gave the lending institution and the SBA a clear description of what the loan proceeds would be used for and how they intended to pay the loan back.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: REFRIGERATION EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES MERCHANT WHOLESALERS
HOUSTON, TX 77043

SBA Loan Lender

STERLING BANCSHARES, INC.
2550 N LOOP WEST
HOUSTON, TX 77092

This loan for a small business was a SBA 7A loan, which means it originated at a lending institution and the SBA provide a guaranty on a portion or percentage of the loan.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

423740 - Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers

Loan Approval Date

5/3/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$650,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $650,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $487,500.

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 8 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the company promised to use the money to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

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

Every year, the SBA guarantees over $10 billion for loans just like this one.

Folks who know a lot about raising money for companies know that SBA guaranteed loans are a great funding source for small businesses. Talk to a bank like Sterling Bancshares, Inc. and they will explain how you can get an SBA loan for your company.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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