Business Loan from The Merchants Bank Given to Sports And Recreation Instruction Company

The Merchants 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 Vermont entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This business received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2005. They applied for an SBA loan with The Merchants Bank, out of South Burlington, Vermont. The loan was granted and they received $27,000 to help grow their Saint Albans, Vermont business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: SPORTS AND RECREATION INSTRUCTION
SAINT ALBANS, VT 05478

SBA Loan Lender

THE MERCHANTS BANK
275 KENNEDY DR
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT 05403

The lender provided this bank loan through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan program called the SBA Express Loan program. SBA Express loans are typically used for working capital, inventory purchases and equipment financing.

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

611620 - Sports and Recreation Instruction

Loan Approval Date

5/9/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$27,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $27,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $13,500.

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 3 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help generate 2 new jobs and retain 3 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loans can help growing businesses purchase or renovate real estate, acquire fixed assets such as heavy machinery or specialized equipment, borrow working capital for ongoing financing needs, or fund the acquisition of new businesses.

The SBA is an excellent funding resource for business owners who cannot easily find funding through conventional funding sources. Banks like The Merchants Bank are ready to help you through the process. Whether you need money to open a store, need money to launch a startup business, or are raising money as working capital for an existing entity, the SBA is there for you.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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