Lima, Ohio Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Fifth Third Bank

Fifth Third 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 Ohio entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This growing company knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Lima, Ohio, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2005. The lending bank was Fifth Third Bank, based in Cincinnati, Ohio.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: PERSONAL CARE SERVICES
LIMA, OH 45807

SBA Loan Lender

FIFTH THIRD BANK
38 FOUNTAIN SQ PLZ
CINCINNATI, OH 45263

The lender provided this business 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

812199 - Personal Care Services

Loan Approval Date

2/17/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$45,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $45,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $22,500.

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 8 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 5 new jobs and retain 8 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA guaranteed loans are made by private lenders and are guaranteed by the SBA with funds appropriated by Congress.

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 $45,000 loan. Remember, you control your own destiny.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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