Keatchie, Louisiana Entrepreneur Gets a Small Business Loan

Business loans in Louisiana are are few and far betweeen these days. We take a look at one Louisiana business loan, provided by a California bank, that was approved by the SBA.

Getting a small business loan in Keatchie, Louisiana was a top priority for this SBA-financed company back in 2004 and, based on their loan application, they were successful in getting an SBA loan from Innovative Bank. Here are the details on this Louisiana small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: COSMETICS, BEAUTY SUPPLIES, AND PERFUME STORES
KEATCHIE, LA 71046

SBA Loan Lender

INNOVATIVE BANK
360 14TH ST
OAKLAND, CA 94612

The lender provided this SBA business loan through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan program called the SBA Express Loan program. SBA Express loans are typically used for working capital, inventory purchases and equipment financing.

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

446120 - Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Stores

Loan Approval Date

12/10/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$15,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $15,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $7,500.

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 2 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help generate 1 new job and retain 2 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

If you are interested in getting money to start a business or need money to grow a business, an SBA loan can be a great source of funding.

SBA loan guarantees are not loans per se. The SBA simply guarantees the loan, but banks and other lending institutions grant you the loan and give you the money. So, just as this company walked into Innovative Bank and applied for an SBA loan, you have to do the same thing. You need to demonstrate business strength and potential, but the sooner you start, the faster you'll get the money if you qualify!

About This SBA Loan Information:

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