Comerica Bank Provides SBA Loan to Buy Cold Stone Creamery Franchise

Need a loan to invest in a Cold Stone Creamery franchise? Comerica Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

If you live near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and are interested in buying a Cold Stone Creamery franchise, you'll be interested to read the details on this SBA franchise loan, issued in 2003 by Comerica Bank. Obtaining a franchise loan from a commercial lending institution can be a great way to finance a franchise purchase.

SBA Loan Borrower

COLD STONE CREAMERY STORE #765
PITTSBURGH, PA 15071

SBA Loan Lender

COMERICA BANK
1717 MAIN
DALLAS, TX 75201

This loan for a small business was financed by an SBA Certified Lenders Program (CLP) lender. CLP lenders perform a comprehensive analysis of the loan application and, in return, SBA delivers a quick answer on whether the loan qualifies.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5499 - Food Stores

NAICS Code

445299 - Specialty Food Stores

Loan Approval Date

7/24/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$270,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $270,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $202,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Cold Stone Creamery franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 2 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the business planned to use the loan proceeds to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

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.

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. Comerica Bank had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, Comerica Bank made the loan. The end result was that this firm was given the opportunity to grow their business and enhance the lives of their employees and customers.

The process for getting an SBA loan is relatively straight-forward. Sit down with your banker and they will explain the process in detail.

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