Kansas City, Missouri Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Commerce Bank

Commerce Bank is a source for SBA loans that have lower down payments and longer repayment terms than many other financing options. To help you understand SBA loans, we've featured one Missouri entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This growing company knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2006. The lending bank was Commerce Bank, based in Kansas City, Missouri.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: FINE ARTS SCHOOLS
Kansas City, MO 64111

SBA Loan Lender

COMMERCE BANK
1000 WALNUT ST
KANSAS CITY, MO 64141

The lender provided this loan for a small business 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

611610 - Fine Arts Schools

Loan Approval Date

12/19/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$231,600

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $231,600 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $115,800.

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 only one employee. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help retain 1 existing job.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loans can help growing businesses purchase or renovate real estate, acquire fixed assets such as heavy machinery or specialized equipment, borrow working capital for ongoing financing needs, or fund the acquisition of new businesses.

We can help you find the best banks for small businesses in Kansas City or anywhere else for that matter. By talking to a number of banks about getting an SBA loan, you will increase your odds of success.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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