Branch Bank & Trust Gives Business Loan to Caterers Company

North CarolinaSmall business loans are available to North Carolina small business owners through the SBA. In this case, a North Carolina bank provides the loan.

This small business, based in Raleigh, North Carolina, 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 Branch Bank & Trust. We've got the inside scoop on this North Carolina small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: CATERERS
RALEIGH, NC 27603

SBA Loan Lender

BRANCH BANK & TRUST
200 W 2ND ST
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27101

The lender provided this debt financing through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan program called the SBA Express Loan program. SBA Express loans are typically used for working capital, inventory purchases and equipment financing.

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

722320 - Caterers

Loan Approval Date

8/26/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$175,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $175,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $87,500.

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 35 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help generate 5 new jobs and retain 35 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA guaranteed loans are made by private lenders and are guaranteed by the SBA with funds appropriated by Congress.

We can help you find the best banks for small businesses in Raleigh or anywhere else for that matter. By talking to a number of banks about getting an SBA loan, you will increase your odds of success.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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