Pekin, Illinois Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Heartland Bank & Trust

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

This business knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Pekin, Illinois, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2003. The lending bank was Heartland Bank & Trust, based in Bloomington, Illinois.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: PERSONAL CARE SERVICES
PEKIN, IL 61554

SBA Loan Lender

HEARTLAND BANK & TRUST
401 N HERSHEY RD
BLOOMINGTON, IL 61704

The lender provided this loan for a small business 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.

NAICS Code

812199 - Personal Care Services

Loan Approval Date

6/19/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$31,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $31,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $15,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing 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 2 employees. This SBA loan request 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.

While you may be able to borrow money from friends and family, the SBA is a tried and true source for small business loan guarantees. This loan shows that any business with ambition and the right qualifications can get an SBA loan.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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