Business Loan from First Niagara Bank Given to Veterinary Services Company

First Niagara Bank and the SBA work together to get business loans for growing small businesses. Here's an example of how a New York entrepreneur was able to get a loan to take a small business to the next level.

This growing company knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Latham, New York, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2007. The lending bank was First Niagara Bank, based in Lockport, New York.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: VETERINARY SERVICES
LATHAM, NY 12110

SBA Loan Lender

FIRST NIAGARA BANK
6950 S TRANSIT RD
LOCKPORT, NY 14094

The lender provided this 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

541940 - Veterinary Services

Loan Approval Date

2/7/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$42,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $42,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $21,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. According to the loan information, this was not a franchise loan. At the time of the loan, the company had 5 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help generate 10 new jobs and retain 5 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

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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