Massachusetts Bank Loan Issued to Used Merchandise Stores Company

MassachusettsBank loans are available to Massachusetts firms through the SBA. In this case, a Massachusetts bank provides the loan.

This small business, based in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, offers a good example of how small businesses get financed. Taking advantage of the SBA's guaranteed loan program, they were able to get a loan from Legacy Banks. We've got the inside scoop on this Massachusetts small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: USED MERCHANDISE STORES
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201

SBA Loan Lender

LEGACY BANKS
99 NORTH ST
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201

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.

NAICS Code

453310 - Used Merchandise Stores

Loan Approval Date

7/18/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$35,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $35,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $17,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new 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?

Many small businesses receive loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

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 Legacy Banks 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!

About This SBA Loan Information:

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