Bank Of America Provides SBA Loan to Buy Rita's Real Italian Water Ice Franchise

Need a loan to invest in a Rita's Real Italian Water Ice franchise? Bank Of America has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

If you live near Lancaster, Pennsylvania and are interested in buying a Rita's Real Italian Water Ice franchise, you'll be interested to read the details on this SBA franchise loan, issued in 2000 by Bank Of America. Obtaining a franchise loan from a commercial lending institution can be a great way to finance a franchise purchase.

SBA Loan Borrower

RITA'S WATER ICE
LANCASTER, PA 17601

SBA Loan Lender

BANK OF AMERICA
ONE BETHLEHEM PLZ
BETHLEHEM, PA 18018

This lender provides SBA commercial loans as part of the SBA's Preferred Lender Program (PLP). SBA PLP lenders are chosen from among the SBA's best lenders and have full delegation of lending authority in most situations.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5812 - Eating Places

Loan Approval Date

1/24/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$160,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $160,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $120,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Rita's Real Italian Water Ice franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 2 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 8 new jobs and retain 2 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loans provide smart, affordable business financing for small businesses looking to expand.

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 Bank Of America 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!

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