Greater Bay Bank SBA Loan to Supermarkets And Grocery Stores Company

Greater Bay 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 California entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This business knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in San Francisco, California, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2004. The lending bank was Greater Bay Bank, based in Palo Alto, California.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: SUPERMARKETS AND GROCERY STORES
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114

SBA Loan Lender

GREATER BAY BANK
420 COWPER ST
PALO ALTO, CA 94301

As a member of the SBA's Preferred Lender Program (PLP), this bank is able to streamline the underwriting process and provide a favorable credit decision on behalf of the SBA for long-term loans. PLP lenders can cut through the red tape and accelerate the loan approval process.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

445110 - Supermarkets and Grocery Stores

Loan Approval Date

4/26/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$775,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $775,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $581,250.

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 32 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help retain 32 existing jobs.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

SBA loans provide smart, affordable business financing for small businesses looking to expand.

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 $775,000 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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