Richmond, California Entrepreneur Gets a Small Business Loan

CaliforniaSBA loans are available to California entrepreneurs through the SBA. In this case, a California bank provides the loan.

This company, based in Richmond, California, 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 Bank Of The West. We've got the inside scoop on this California small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: NONDURABLE GOODS WHOLESALERS
RICHMOND, CA 94805

SBA Loan Lender

BANK OF THE WEST
10181 TRUCKEE TAHOE AIRPORT R
TRUCKEE, CA 96161

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

422990 - Nondurable Goods Wholesalers

Loan Approval Date

6/20/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$600,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $600,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $450,000.

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 8 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 8 new jobs and retain 16 existing jobs.

Start the Process for Getting an SBA Loan Today!

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is a federal government agency that has many different programs to help small business owners. The SBA Microloan Program, for example, provides very small loans to start-up, newly established, or growing small business concerns. The SBA also has special programs for women and minorities. However, the most popular SBA program is their loan guarantee program for small businesses.

We can help you find the best banks for small businesses in Richmond 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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