Loan to Buy Smoothie Factory Franchise Issued By Sterling Bank
Borrowing money to invest in a Smoothie Factory franchise? Sterling Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.
Smoothie Factory franchise loans are available to Houston, Texas entrepreneurs, and entrepreneurs in other locations throughout the country. In fact, Sterling Bank, based in Houston, Texas, issued an SBA franchise loan for a Smoothie Factory franchise in 2003. We've got all the details on this Texas small business loan.
SBA Loan Borrower
SMOOTHIE FACTORY
HOUSTON, TX 77006
SBA Loan Lender
STERLING BANK
13300 ALMEDA RD
HOUSTON, TX 77045
This was a LowDoc (Low Documentation Loan Program). LowDoc is one of the SBA's most popular programs because there is a simple, one-page SBA application form and rapid turnaround on loan approvals.
SBA Loan Program Type
This loan was issued as a general business loan.
NAICS Code
722213 - Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars
Loan Approval Date
2/27/2003
Loan Approval Gross Amount
$86,500
Loan Approval from the SBA
Of the total $86,500 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $73,525.
More Information on This SBA Loan
The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Smoothie Factory franchise. At the time of the loan, the company
had 5 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the company planned to use the money to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.
Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan
Many small businesses receive loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
This firm was able to get an SBA loan -- a strong sign of business strength. Do you think you have what it takes to get an SBA loan too? The SBA can be a great solution for raising money quickly to start or grow a business. Your next step is to speak with a banker at an SBA approved bank.
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