Growing Company Gets an Iowa SBA Loan

IowaBank loans are available to Iowa firms through the SBA. In this case, an Iowa bank provides the loan.

Getting a small business loan in Sheldon, Iowa was a top priority for this loan applicant back in 2004 and, based on their loan application, they were successful in getting an SBA loan from Iowa State Bank. Here are the details on this Iowa small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: MEAT AND MEAT PRODUCT MERCHANT WHOLESALERS
SHELDON, IA 51201

SBA Loan Lender

IOWA STATE BANK
627 2ND AVE
SHELDON, IA 51201

This lender issued this business loan under the SBA's 7A loan, in which the SBA provides guaranteed loans to small business owners. This lending program began in 1953. In the early days of the SBA, these loans were issued directly by the SBA. Today, SBA loans are issued primarily through approved banks and lenders.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

424470 - Meat and Meat Product Merchant Wholesalers

Loan Approval Date

3/8/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$200,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $200,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $150,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new 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 31 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the business planned to use the money to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

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

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 Iowa State 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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