California Entrepreneur Secures Financing to Buy Alphagrafics, Printshops Of The Futu Franchise

Borrowing money to invest in an Alphagrafics, Printshops Of The Futu franchise? Merrill Lynch Bank Usa has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

An entrepreneur in Murrieta, California needed money to invest in an Alphagrafics, Printshops Of The Futu franchise back in 2003. Merrill Lynch Bank Usa issued an SBA franchise loan. Here are the details on this California small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

ALPHAGRAPHICS #564
MURRIETA, CA 92562

SBA Loan Lender

MERRILL LYNCH BANK USA
15 W SOUTH TEMPLE, STE 300
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84101

As a member of the SBA's Preferred Lender Program (PLP), this bank is able to streamline the underwriting process and provide a favorable credit decision on behalf of the SBA for long-term loans. PLP lenders can cut through the red tape and accelerate the loan approval process.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

323119 - Commercial Printing

Loan Approval Date

9/23/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$390,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $390,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $292,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy an Alphagrafics, Printshops Of The Futu franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 2 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help generate 6 new jobs and retain 2 existing jobs.

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

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

SBA loan guarantees are not loans per se. The SBA simply guarantees the loan, but banks and other lending institutions grant you the loan and give you the money. So, just as this company walked into Merrill Lynch Bank Usa and applied for an SBA loan, you have to do the same thing. You need to demonstrate business strength and potential, but the sooner you start, the faster you'll get the money if you qualify!

About This SBA Loan Information:

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