Portland, OR Entrepreneur Gets SBA Loan to Buy Honest-1 Auto Care Franchise

Need a loan to invest in a Honest-1 Auto Care franchise? United Western Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

If you live near Portland, Oregon and are interested in buying a Honest-1 Auto Care franchise, you'll be interested to read the details on this SBA franchise loan, issued in 2005 by United Western Bank. Obtaining a franchise loan from a commercial lending institution can be a great way to finance a franchise purchase.

SBA Loan Borrower

HONEST-1 AUTO CARE
PORTLAND, OR 97266

SBA Loan Lender

UNITED WESTERN BANK
700 17TH ST, STE 100
DENVER, CO 80202

As a member of the SBA's Preferred Lender Program (PLP), this bank is able to streamline the underwriting process and provide a favorable credit decision on behalf of the SBA for long-term loans. PLP lenders can cut through the red tape and accelerate the loan approval process.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

811111 - General Automotive Repair

Loan Approval Date

3/25/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$335,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $335,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $251,250.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. This loan was used to buy a Honest-1 Auto Care franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 5 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help retain 5 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

If you need money to start business in Portland OR, you ought to talk with a local Portland SBA lender or talk with an out-of-area SBA lender that has previously loaned money to Portland businesses.

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.

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