Ignacio, Colorado Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from 1st National Bank - Durango

1st National Bank - Durango and the SBA work together to get business loans for growing small businesses. Here's an example of how a Colorado entrepreneur was able to get a loan to take a small business to the next level.

This small firm knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Ignacio, Colorado, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2003. The lending bank was 1st National Bank - Durango, based in Durango, Colorado.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: GIFT, NOVELTY, AND SOUVENIR STORES
IGNACIO, CO 81137

SBA Loan Lender

1ST NATIONAL BANK - DURANGO
125 SAWYER DR
DURANGO, CO 81303

This business loan was issued by a lender that participates in the SBA Express Loans program. SBA Express loans can be issued in as little as 36 hours.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued under the SBA Fast Track program, which later was renamed the SBA Express loan program.

NAICS Code

453220 - Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Stores

Loan Approval Date

2/5/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$90,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $90,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $45,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 2 employees. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help generate 2 new jobs and retain 2 existing jobs.

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

While you may be able to find other ways to get money to start a business, the SBA is a tried and true source for small business loan guarantees. This loan shows that any business with ambition and the right qualifications can get an SBA loan.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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