Lowell, Massachusetts Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Bank Of America

Bank Of America 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 Massachusetts entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This small firm knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Lowell, Massachusetts, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2001. The lending bank was Bank Of America, based in Providence, Rhode Island.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: SUPERMARKETS AND GROCERY STORES
LOWELL, MA 01851

SBA Loan Lender

BANK OF AMERICA
111 WESTMINSTER ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

This lender processed this SBA 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

445110 - Supermarkets and Grocery Stores

Loan Approval Date

11/1/2001

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$100,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $100,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $50,000.

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 7 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 4 new jobs and retain 3 existing jobs.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

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.

While you may be able to find other ways to get money to start a business, the SBA is a tried and true source for small business loan guarantees. This loan shows that any business with ambition and the right qualifications can get an SBA loan.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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