Store Retailers Commercial Loans

Looking for commercial loans for store retailers? The SBA may be the answer. This $18,500 store retailers loan was issued by a Pennsylvania bank.

This small business knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, they applied for and were awarded an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2005. The lending bank was Sovereign Bank, based in Villanova, Pennsylvania.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: STORE RETAILERS
LOCK HAVEN, PA 17745

SBA Loan Lender

SOVEREIGN BANK
2 ALDWYN LN
VILLANOVA, PA 19085

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

453998 - Store Retailers

Loan Approval Date

3/8/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$18,500

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $18,500 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $9,250.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. The SBA's records indicate that the loan was not for investment in a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 3 employees. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help retain 3 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loan applications are made through a bank. The SBA guarantees a loan to the bank, so in case the borrower defaults, the bank is guaranteed a portion of the loan by the SBA.

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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