Wachovia Bank Gives Business Loan to Communications Services Company

Bank loans in Texas are hard to find these days. We take a look at one Texas bank loan, provided by a Texas bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This small business, based in Liberty, Texas, 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 Wachovia Bank. We've got the inside scoop on this Texas small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES
LIBERTY, TX 77575

SBA Loan Lender

WACHOVIA BANK
1001 HWY 146 SOUTH
LA PORTE, TX 77571

This was a Low Documentation SBA loan. The SBA started this program to reduce the paperwork associated with borrowing money. The low-doc program requires completion of only a one-page form for a loan of $50,000 or less. The limits have changed over time. Today, you can borrow up to $100,000 through the low-doc SBA program.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

4899 - Communications Services

Loan Approval Date

3/13/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$67,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $67,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $53,600.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 2 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the SBA funding recipient promised to use the loan proceeds to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

Don't apply for a loan directly with the SBA. You need to 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.

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.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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