Raising Money for Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers

With these bank loans for independent artists, writers, and performers, the SBA guarantees the lender that the loan will be repaid. This independent artists, writers, and performers loan for $5,000 was given to a Louisiana entrepreneur in 2004.

Getting a small business loan in Lake Charles, Louisiana was important for this company back in 2004 and, based on their loan application, they were successful in getting an SBA loan from Innovative Bank, operating out of Oakland, California. Here are the details on this Louisiana small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: INDEPENDENT ARTISTS, WRITERS, AND PERFORMERS
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601

SBA Loan Lender

INNOVATIVE BANK
360 14TH ST
OAKLAND, CA 94612

This lender issued this SBA business loan under the SBA's 7A loan, in which the SBA provides guaranteed loans to small business owners. This lending program dates back to 1953. In the early days of the SBA, these loans were issued directly by the SBA. Today, SBA loans are issued primarily through approved banks and lenders.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

711510 - Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers

Loan Approval Date

11/30/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$5,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $5,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $4,250.

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 generate 4 new jobs and retain 3 existing jobs.

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

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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