Newport, Maine Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Bangor Savings Bank

Bangor Savings Bank is a source for SBA loans that have lower down payments and longer repayment terms than many other financing options. To help you understand SBA loans, we've featured one Maine entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Newport, Maine was able to borrow $205,500 from Bangor Savings Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $154,125 of this Maine small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: OFFICES AND CLINICS OF OPTOMETRISTS
NEWPORT, ME 04953

SBA Loan Lender

BANGOR SAVINGS BANK
99 FRANKLIN ST
BANGOR, ME 04401

This SBA bank loan was issued under the SBA's Certified Lenders Program (CLP), which means that the lender has a successful SBA lending history and a deep knowledge SBA policies and procedures.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

8042 - Offices and Clinics of Optometrists

NAICS Code

621320 - Optometrists

Loan Approval Date

7/7/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$205,500

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $205,500 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $154,125.

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 3 employees. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the SBA funding recipient promised to use the loan proceeds to add employees or retain any existing employees.

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

SBA 7(a) Loans can be used for nearly any business purpose, such as commercial real estate, construction or renovation for owner-users, business acquisition and start-up, franchise refinancing, refinancing for existing debt, equipment purchases, working capital, and inventory.

This firm was able to get an SBA loan -- a strong sign of business strength. Do you think you have what it takes to get an SBA loan too? The SBA can be a great solution for raising money quickly to start or grow a business. Your next step is to speak with a banker at an SBA approved bank.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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