SBA Loan from Fifth Third Bank Helps Computer Programming Services Company

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

This business received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2001. They applied for an SBA loan with Fifth Third Bank, out of Valparaiso, Indiana. The loan was granted and they received $70,000 to help grow their Michigan City, Indiana business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: COMPUTER PROGRAMMING SERVICES
MICHIGAN CITY, IN 46360

SBA Loan Lender

FIFTH THIRD BANK
56 S WASHINGTON ST
VALPARAISO, IN 46383

This was a LowDoc (Low Documentation Loan Program). LowDoc is one of the SBA's most popular programs because there is a simple, one-page SBA application form and rapid turnaround on loan approvals.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

7371 - Computer Programming Services

NAICS Code

541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services

Loan Approval Date

4/17/2001

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$70,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $70,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $59,500.

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 10 employees. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the SBA funding recipient planned to use the loan proceeds to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

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.

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

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