SBA Loan from Regions Bank Helps Limited-Service Restaurants Company

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

This small firm received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2005. They applied for an SBA loan with Regions Bank, out of Birmingham, Alabama. The loan was granted and they received $51,000 to help grow their Memphis, Tennessee business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: LIMITED-SERVICE RESTAURANTS
MEMPHIS, TN 38103

SBA Loan Lender

REGIONS BANK
417 NORTH 20TH ST
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35203

The lender provided this bank 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

722211 - Limited-Service Restaurants

Loan Approval Date

8/25/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$51,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $51,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $25,500.

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 15 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 15 new jobs and retain 15 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

Many small businesses receive loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. Regions Bank had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, Regions 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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