South Carolina Entrepreneur Secures Financing to Buy Kyoto Fantasy Express Franchise

Need money to invest in a Kyoto Fantasy Express franchise? Wachovia Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

If you live near North Charleston, South Carolina and are interested in buying a Kyoto Fantasy Express franchise, you'll be interested to read the details on this SBA franchise loan, issued in 2000 by Wachovia Bank. Obtaining a franchise loan from a commercial lending institution can be a great way to finance a franchise purchase.

SBA Loan Borrower

KYOTO EXPRESS
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406

SBA Loan Lender

WACHOVIA BANK
100 N MAIN ST
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27101

The lender provided this bank loan through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan program called the SBA Express Loan program. SBA Express loans are typically used for working capital, inventory purchases and equipment financing.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued under the SBA Fast Track program, which later was renamed the SBA Express loan program.

SIC Code

5812 - Eating Places

Loan Approval Date

9/1/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$150,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $150,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $75,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Kyoto Fantasy Express franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 10 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help retain 10 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

Don't apply for a loan directly with the SBA. You need to apply for an SBA loan with a local or national bank, not with the SBA. The bank processes the loan and gives you the money, and the SBA simply guarantees a portion of the loan.

If you need emergency business money, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from Wachovia Bank so you can get a feel for how SBA loans work. Applying for an SBA loan starts with a visit to a banker that works with the SBA.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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