Lockport, New York Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from First Niagara Bank

First Niagara Bank and the SBA work together to get business loans for growing small businesses. Here's an example of how a New York entrepreneur was able to get a loan to take a small business to the next level.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Lockport, New York was able to borrow $50,000 from First Niagara Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $25,000 of this New York small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: LANDSCAPING SERVICES
LOCKPORT, NY 14094

SBA Loan Lender

FIRST NIAGARA BANK
6950 S TRANSIT RD
LOCKPORT, NY 14094

This lender processed this commercial loan under the SBA Express program, which offers a streamlined review process in which bankers can process SBA loan applications on an expedited basis.

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

561730 - Landscaping Services

Loan Approval Date

10/9/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$50,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $50,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $25,000.

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 6 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help retain 6 existing jobs.

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

SBA loans make it possible for banks to offer loans more easily and provide them with more flexible terms than conventional loan options.

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. First Niagara Bank had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, First Niagara Bank made the loan. The end result was that this firm was given the opportunity to grow their business and enhance the lives of their employees and customers.

The process for getting an SBA loan is relatively straight-forward. Sit down with your banker and they will explain the process in detail.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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