Hurst, Texas Entrepreneur Gets a Business Loan

Would a Texas small business loan help your small business to grow and prosper? If so, you may want to talk with this Texas bank, which offers SBA loans to Texas entrepreneurs.

This business, based in Hurst, 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 Metrobank. We've got the inside scoop on this Texas small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: CONVENIENCE STORES
HURST, TX 76053

SBA Loan Lender

METROBANK
9600 BELLAIRE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77036

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.

NAICS Code

445120 - Convenience Stores

Loan Approval Date

3/5/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$345,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $345,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $258,750.

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 3 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help retain 3 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA 7(a) Loans can be used for nearly any business purpose, such as commercial real estate, construction or renovation for owner-users, business acquisition and start-up, franchise refinancing, refinancing for existing debt, equipment purchases, working capital, and inventory.

Many small business owners never get a business loan because they never bother to apply for a business loan. If you take the initiative, you may get a loan, just like this company did when it applied for and received this $345,000 loan. Remember, things become real when you believe you can achieve them!

About This SBA Loan Information:

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