Richmond, Virginia Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Washington Mutual Bank

Washington Mutual 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 Virginia entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Richmond, Virginia was able to borrow $1,089,000 from Washington Mutual Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $816,750 of this Virginia small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: VETERINARY SERVICES FOR ANIMAL SPECIALTIES
RICHMOND, VA 23228

SBA Loan Lender

WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK
6341 E CAMPUS CIRCLE DR
IRVING, TX 75063

This lender issued this commercial loan under the SBA's 7A loan, in which the SBA provides guaranteed loans to small business owners. This lending program was started in 1953. In the early days of the SBA, these loans were issued directly by the SBA. Today, SBA loans are issued primarily through approved banks and lenders.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

0742 - Veterinary Services for Animal Specialties

NAICS Code

541940 - Veterinary Services

Loan Approval Date

8/16/2001

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$1,089,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $1,089,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $816,750.

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 23 employees. The loan application did not indicate that the SBA funding recipient planned to use the loan proceeds to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

SBA loans make it possible for banks to offer loans more easily and provide them with more flexible terms than conventional loan options.

This firm was able to get an SBA loan -- a strong sign of business strength. Do you think you have what it takes to get an SBA loan too? The SBA can be a great solution for raising money quickly to start or grow a business. Your next step is to speak with a banker at an SBA approved bank.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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