Meridian, Idaho Entrepreneur Gets a Bank Loan

Business loans in Idaho are are few and far betweeen these days. We take a look at one Idaho business loan, provided by a New York bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This business, based in Meridian, Idaho, offers a good example of how small businesses get financed. Taking advantage of the SBA's guaranteed loan program, they were able to get a loan from Banco Popular North America. We've got the inside scoop on this Idaho small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: HOME FURNISHINGS STORES
MERIDIAN, ID 83646

SBA Loan Lender

BANCO POPULAR NORTH AMERICA
7 W 51ST ST, BETWEEN 5TH & 6T
NEW YORK CITY, NY 10019

Note that at the time it made this loan, this bank had achieved Preferred Lender Program (PLP) status from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). PLP is the highest status given by the SBA to qualified lending institutions and gives the lending institution full authority to determine eligibility and credit worthiness of an applicant and to approve loans without prior review by the SBA.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

442299 - Home Furnishings Stores

Loan Approval Date

7/31/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$212,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $212,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $159,000.

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 2 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help generate 2 new jobs and retain 4 existing jobs.

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

For small businesses in need of money, an SBA guaranteed loan is often the best way to obtain financing.

Your solution for where to find money to start a business may be an SBA guaranteed loan. This company recognized that the SBA offers great programs for new and growing businesses. Now it's your turn. Talk to a banker to start the process.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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