SBA Loan from First County Bank Helps Physical Fitness Facilities Company

First County Bank and the SBA work together to get business loans for growing small businesses. Here's an example of how a Connecticut entrepreneur was able to get a loan to take a small business to the next level.

This growing company knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Norwalk, Connecticut, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2002. The lending bank was First County Bank, based in Stamford, Connecticut.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITIES
NORWALK, CT 06850

SBA Loan Lender

FIRST COUNTY BANK
2950 SUMMER ST
STAMFORD, CT 06905

When it made this small business loan, the lender participated in the SBA's Certified Lenders Program (CLP). This program is designed to ensure quick service on loan applications received from lenders who have a successful SBA lending track record and a thorough understanding of SBA policies and procedures. CLP lenders perform a complete analysis of the application and, in return, SBA promises a fast loan decision.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

7991 - Physical Fitness Facilities

NAICS Code

713940 - Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers

Loan Approval Date

9/20/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$500,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $500,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $375,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. The SBA's records indicate that the loan was not for investment in a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had only one employee. The loan application did not indicate that the small business planned to use the money 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.

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 First County Bank 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!

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