Bank Of The West Gives SBA Loan to Florists Company
Want a California small business loan? This California entrepreneur got a small business loan, provided by a California bank that works with the SBA to help small business owners.
This company, based in San Francisco, California, 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 The West. We've got the inside scoop on this California small business loan.
SBA Loan Borrower
COMPANY TYPE: FLORISTS
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
SBA Loan Lender
BANK OF THE WEST
10181 TRUCKEE TAHOE AIRPORT R
TRUCKEE, CA 96161
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
453110 - Florists
Loan Approval Date
8/16/2002
Loan Approval Gross Amount
$95,000
Loan Approval from the SBA
Of the total $95,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $80,750.
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 SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help retain 3 existing jobs.
Great, But How Can I Get an SBA Loan for My Business?
The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides government-guaranteed loans designed to help small businesses that may not otherwise qualify for credit get the funds they need.
SBA loan guarantees are not loans per se. The SBA simply guarantees the loan, but banks and other lending institutions grant you the loan and give you the money. So, just as this company walked into Bank Of The West and applied for an SBA loan, you have to do the same thing. You need to demonstrate business strength and potential, but the sooner you start, the faster you'll get the money if you qualify!
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