Ramona, California Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Wells Fargo Bank

Wells Fargo 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 California entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This growing company received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2001. They applied for an SBA loan with Wells Fargo Bank, out of Carlsbad, California. The loan was granted and they received $465,000 to help grow their Ramona, California business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: FULL-SERVICE RESTAURANTS
RAMONA, CA 92065

SBA Loan Lender

WELLS FARGO BANK
5611 PALMER WAY, STE G
CARLSBAD, CA 92008

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

722110 - Full-Service Restaurants

Loan Approval Date

12/14/2001

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$465,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $465,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $348,750.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. The SBA's records indicate that the loan was not for investment in a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 2 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 2 new jobs and retain 2 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA 7(a) Loans can be used for nearly any business purpose, such as commercial real estate, construction or renovation for owner-users, business acquisition and start-up, franchise refinancing, refinancing for existing debt, equipment purchases, working capital, and inventory.

Many small business owners never get a business loan because they never bother to apply for a business loan. If you take the initiative, you may get a loan, just like this company did when it applied for and received this $465,000 loan. Remember, feel the fear, and do it anyway.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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