Pensacola, Florida Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Compass Bank

Compass Bank is a source for SBA loans that have lower down payments and longer repayment terms than many other financing options. To help you understand SBA loans, we've featured one Florida entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This growing company knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Pensacola, Florida, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2005. The lending bank was Compass Bank, based in Birmingham, Alabama.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: SUPERMARKETS AND GROCERY STORES
Pensacola, FL 32505

SBA Loan Lender

COMPASS BANK
15 S 20TH ST
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

This lender provides SBA commercial loans as part of the SBA's Preferred Lender Program (PLP). SBA PLP lenders are chosen from among the SBA's best lenders and have full delegation of lending authority in most situations.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

445110 - Supermarkets and Grocery Stores

Loan Approval Date

12/14/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$290,500

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $290,500 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $217,875.

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 3 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help retain 3 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.

Wondering how to raise money quickly? With the SBA's Preferred Lenders Program, LowDoc Program, SBAExpress and CommunityExpress loan programs, an SBA loan can be approved and funded in two days. This company did everything right to get a $290,500 loan. It's not easy, but why not give getting an SBA loan of your own a try?

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