Narragansett, Rhode Island Entrepreneur Gets an SBA Loan

Small business loans in Rhode Island are tough to come by these days. We take a look at one Rhode Island small business loan, provided by a Rhode Island bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This business, based in Narragansett, Rhode Island, 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 Rbs Citizens. We've got the inside scoop on this Rhode Island small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: TOYS AND HOBBY GOODS AND SUPPLIES
NARRAGANSETT, RI 02882

SBA Loan Lender

RBS CITIZENS
ONE CITIZENS PLZ
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

This lender issued this business loan under the SBA's 7A loan, in which the SBA provides guaranteed loans to small business owners. This lending program dates back to 1953. In the early days of the SBA, these loans were issued directly by the SBA. Today, SBA loans are issued primarily through approved banks and lenders.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5092 - Toys and Hobby Goods and Supplies

NAICS Code

421920 - Toy and Hobby Goods and Supplies Wholesalers

Loan Approval Date

6/27/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$50,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $50,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $45,000.

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 2 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the company promised to use the loan proceeds to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loans make it possible for banks to offer loans more easily and provide them with more flexible terms than conventional loan options.

Folks who know a lot about raising money for companies know that SBA guaranteed loans are a great funding source for small businesses. Talk to a bank like Rbs Citizens and they will explain how you can get an SBA loan for your company.

About This SBA Loan Information:

All SBA loan data displayed above comes from the government's publicly available SBA loan database. Information on this page is provided by the Gaebler.com news organization to inform business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and others about SBA loan activity. LoanCensus.com does not assist businesses with obtaining SBA loans and was not involved in any way with this transaction. For additional information, see our Loan Information FAQ.

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