Perry, Ohio Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Firstmerit Bank
Firstmerit Bank and the SBA work together to get business loans for growing small businesses. Here's an example of how an Ohio entrepreneur was able to get a loan to take a small business to the next level.
The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Perry, Ohio was able to borrow $85,000 from Firstmerit Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $72,250 of this Ohio small business loan.
SBA Loan Borrower
COMPANY TYPE: LAWN AND GARDEN SERVICES
PERRY, OH 44081
SBA Loan Lender
FIRSTMERIT BANK
3 CASCADE PLZ
AKRON, OH 44308
This was a LowDoc (Low Documentation Loan Program). LowDoc is one of the SBA's most popular programs because there is a simple, one-page SBA application form and rapid turnaround on loan approvals.
SBA Loan Program Type
This loan was issued as a general business loan.
SIC Code
0782 - Lawn and Garden Services
NAICS Code
561730 - Landscaping Services
Loan Approval Date
3/29/2002
Loan Approval Gross Amount
$85,000
Loan Approval from the SBA
Of the total $85,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $72,250.
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 9 employees. The loan application did not indicate that the business planned to use the loan proceeds to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.
Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan
SBA loan applications are made through a bank. The SBA guarantees a loan to the bank, so in case the borrower defaults, the bank is guaranteed a portion of the loan by the SBA.
This company got an SBA loan. You can too! Maybe you need seed money for a small business? Maybe you have a business and need capital to get to the next level? Regardless of why you need money, guaranteed SBA loans may be the right answer for you.
About This SBA Loan Information:
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