Sovereign Bank SBA Loan to Single-Family Housing Construction Company

Sovereign 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 New Hampshire entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Nottingham, New Hampshire was able to borrow $20,000 from Sovereign Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $10,000 of this New Hampshire small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING CONSTRUCTION
NOTTINGHAM, NH 03290

SBA Loan Lender

SOVEREIGN BANK
75 STATE ST
BOSTON, MA 02109

This was an SBA Express loan. SBA Express Loans allow small business owners to get up to a 50% SBA guaranty on a loan. The maximum amount for an SBA Express Loan is $350,000.

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

1521 - Single-Family Housing Construction

NAICS Code

233210 - Single Family Housing Construction

Loan Approval Date

5/17/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$20,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $20,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $10,000.

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 loan application indicated that the loan would help retain 2 existing jobs.

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

The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides government-guaranteed loans designed to help small businesses that may not otherwise qualify for credit get the funds they need.

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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