Merrill Merchants Bank SBA Loan to Publishing Company

Want a Maine SBA loan? Here's one Maine business loan that was approved by the SBA.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Newport, Maine was able to borrow $105,000 from Merrill Merchants Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $78,750 of this Maine small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: PUBLISHING
NEWPORT, ME 04953

SBA Loan Lender

MERRILL MERCHANTS BANK
201 MAIN ST
BANGOR, ME 04401

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.

SIC Code

2741 - Publishing

Loan Approval Date

2/18/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$105,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $105,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $78,750.

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 5 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help retain 5 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loans provide smart, affordable business financing for small businesses looking to expand.

Unless you are not in a hurry to get an SBA loan, it's best to work with a bank like Merrill Merchants Bank that has already issued SBA-guaranteed loans. To get an SBA loan fast, work with a bank that participates in the SBA's Preferred Lenders Program (PLP).

About This SBA Loan Information:

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