Saint Petersburg, Florida Entrepreneur Gets an SBA Loan

Searching for a Florida business loan? This Florida entrepreneur got a business loan, provided by a North Carolina bank that works with the SBA to help small business owners.

This business, based in Saint Petersburg, Florida, 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 Bank Of America. We've got the inside scoop on this Florida small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: FLORISTS
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33713

SBA Loan Lender

BANK OF AMERICA
100 N TRYON ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28255

This lender processed this business loan under the SBA Express program, which offers a streamlined review process in which bankers can process SBA loan applications on an expedited basis.

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

453110 - Florists

Loan Approval Date

9/15/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$10,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $10,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $5,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing 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 2 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help generate 1 new job and retain 2 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

For small businesses in need of money, an SBA guaranteed loan is often the best way to obtain financing.

If you need to find money for a business, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from Bank Of America so you can get a feel for how SBA loans work. Applying for an SBA loan starts with a visit to a banker that works with the SBA.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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