Renton, Washington Entrepreneur Gets a Bank Loan

Business loans in Washington are hard to find these days. We take a look at one Washington business loan, provided by a California bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This company, based in Renton, Washington, 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 Center Bank. We've got the inside scoop on this Washington small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: JANITORIAL SERVICES
RENTON, WA 98055

SBA Loan Lender

CENTER BANK
3435 WILSHIRE BLVD, STE 700
LOS ANGELES, CA 90010

This bank was authorized by the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) as an official lender for the SBA Preferred Lender Program (PLP). Only the most active and experienced lenders qualify for this SBA lending program.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

561720 - Janitorial Services

Loan Approval Date

4/25/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$100,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $100,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $85,000.

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 16 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help retain 16 existing jobs.

Great, But How Can I Get an SBA Loan for My Business?

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.

If you need emergency money for small business, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from Center Bank so you can get a feel for how SBA loans work. Applying for an SBA loan starts with a visit to a banker that works with the SBA.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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