SBA Loan from Firstmerit Bank Helps Drinking Places Company

Firstmerit 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 Ohio entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This business knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Rittman, Ohio, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2006. The lending bank was Firstmerit Bank, based in Akron, Ohio.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: DRINKING PLACES
RITTMAN, OH 44270

SBA Loan Lender

FIRSTMERIT BANK
3 CASCADE PLZ
AKRON, OH 44308

This loan was issued by a lender that participates in the SBA Express Loans program. SBA Express loans can be issued in as little as 36 hours.

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

722410 - Drinking Places

Loan Approval Date

5/10/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$165,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $165,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $82,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 4 employees. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the SBA funding recipient promised to use the funding to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

Many small businesses receive loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

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

All SBA loan data displayed above comes from the government's publicly available SBA loan database. Information on this page is provided by the Gaebler.com news organization to inform business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and others about SBA loan activity. LoanCensus.com does not assist businesses with obtaining SBA loans and was not involved in any way with this transaction. For additional information, see our Loan Information FAQ.

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