Business Loan from Compass Bank Given to Bowling Centers Company

Compass 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 Florida entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Saint Augustine, Florida was able to borrow $480,000 from Compass Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $360,000 of this Florida small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: BOWLING CENTERS
SAINT AUGUSTINE, FL 32084

SBA Loan Lender

COMPASS BANK
15 S 20TH ST
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

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

713950 - Bowling Centers

Loan Approval Date

3/7/2002

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$480,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $480,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $360,000.

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 9 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help retain 9 existing jobs.

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

SBA guaranteed loans are made by private lenders and are guaranteed by the SBA with funds appropriated by Congress.

Wondering how to raise money quickly? With the SBA's Preferred Lenders Program, LowDoc Program, SBAExpress and CommunityExpress loan programs, an SBA loan can be approved and funded in two days. This company did everything right to get a $480,000 loan. It's not easy, but why not give getting an SBA loan of your own a try?

About This SBA Loan Information:

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