Rockford, Michigan Entrepreneur Gets an SBA Loan

Small business loans in Michigan are hard to find these days. We take a look at one Michigan small business loan, provided by an Illinois bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This business, based in Rockford, Michigan, 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 National City Bank. We've got the inside scoop on this Michigan small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: FAMILY CLOTHING STORES
ROCKFORD, MI 49341

SBA Loan Lender

NATIONAL CITY BANK
2595 WAUKEGAN RD
BANNOCKBURN, IL 60015

This was an SBA Express loan. SBA Express Loans allow small business owners to get up to a 50% SBA guaranty on a loan. The maximum amount for an SBA Express Loan is $350,000.

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

448140 - Family Clothing Stores

Loan Approval Date

4/8/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$43,600

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $43,600 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $21,800.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new 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 only one employee. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 1 new job and retain 1 existing job.

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

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

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. National City Bank had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, National City Bank made the loan. The end result was that this firm was given the opportunity to grow their business and enhance the lives of their employees and customers.

The process for getting an SBA loan is relatively straight-forward. Sit down with your banker and they will explain the process in detail.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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