The First National Bank SBA Loan to Limited-Service Restaurants Company

The First National 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 New Mexico entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This business knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Las Cruces, New Mexico, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2003. The lending bank was The First National Bank, based in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: LIMITED-SERVICE RESTAURANTS
LAS CRUCES, NM 88001

SBA Loan Lender

THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK
1553 AVENIDA DE MESILLA
LAS CRUCES, NM 88005

This lender issued this loan for a small business 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

722211 - Limited-Service Restaurants

Loan Approval Date

1/3/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$50,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $50,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $37,500.

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 12 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the company promised to use the loan proceeds to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Start the Process for Getting an SBA Loan Today!

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.

If you need emergency money for small business, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from The First National Bank so you can get a feel for how SBA loans work. Applying for an SBA loan starts with a visit to a banker that works with the SBA.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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