Lewiston, Maine Entrepreneur Gets a Bank Loan
MaineBusiness loans are available to Maine business owners through the SBA. In this case, a Rhode Island bank provides the loan.
This business, based in Lewiston, Maine, 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 Bank Of America. We've got the inside scoop on this Maine small business loan.
SBA Loan Borrower
COMPANY TYPE: HOME HEALTH CARE SERVICES
LEWISTON, ME 04240
SBA Loan Lender
BANK OF AMERICA
111 WESTMINSTER ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903
This business loan was issued by a lender that participates in the SBA Express Loans program. SBA Express loans can be issued in as little as 36 hours.
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
621610 - Home Health Care Services
Loan Approval Date
1/12/2001
Loan Approval Gross Amount
$150,000
Loan Approval from the SBA
Of the total $150,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $75,000.
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 160 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help generate 160 new jobs and retain 160 existing jobs.
Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan
The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides government-guaranteed loans designed to help small businesses that may not otherwise qualify for credit get the funds they need.
Many small business owners never get a business loan because they never bother to apply for a business loan. If you take the initiative, you may get a loan, just like this company did when it applied for and received this $150,000 loan. Remember, feel the fear, and do it anyway.
About This SBA Loan Information:
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