Lawrence, Massachusetts Entrepreneur Gets a Business Loan

Want a Massachusetts business loan? This Massachusetts entrepreneur got a business loan, provided by a Massachusetts bank that works with the SBA to help small business owners.

This company, based in Lawrence, Massachusetts, offers a good example of how small businesses get financed. Taking advantage of the SBA's guaranteed loan program, they were able to get a loan from Riverbank. We've got the inside scoop on this Massachusetts small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: AMUSEMENT AND RECREATION INDUSTRIES
LAWRENCE, MA 01810

SBA Loan Lender

RIVERBANK
30 MASSACHUSETTS AVE
NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845

This lender issued this business loan under the SBA's 7(a) guaranteed loan program, in which the SBA provides guaranteed loans to small business owners. This lending program was started in 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

713990 - Amusement and Recreation Industries

Loan Approval Date

9/30/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$375,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $375,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $281,250.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 6 employees. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the business planned to use the money to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.

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

Although it's called an SBA loan, you apply for an SBA loan with a local or national bank, not with the SBA. The bank processes the loan and gives you the money, and the SBA simply guarantees a portion of the loan.

We've showcased information on this loan to let you know that businesses like yours can get an SBA loan.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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