Borrow Money to Buy a Mr. Handyman Franchise

Need a loan to buy a Mr. Handyman franchise? First California Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

Want to borrow money to buy a Mr. Handyman franchise? If so, here's a 2003 SBA franchise loan that you should know about. First California Bank was the lender and the entrepreneur was based in Simi Valley, California.

SBA Loan Borrower

BERNARD C GAVIN/MR HANDYMAN OF
SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065

SBA Loan Lender

FIRST CALIFORNIA BANK
1100 PASEO CAMARILLO
CAMARILLO, CA 93010

This was a LowDoc (Low Documentation Loan Program). LowDoc is one of the SBA's most popular programs because there is a simple, one-page SBA application form and rapid turnaround on loan approvals.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

236118 - Residential Remodelers

Loan Approval Date

4/29/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$75,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $75,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $63,750.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Mr. Handyman franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 3 employees. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the small business planned to use the money to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.

Start the Process for Getting an SBA Loan Today!

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is a federal government agency that has many different programs to help small business owners. The SBA Microloan Program, for example, provides very small loans to start-up, newly established, or growing small business concerns. The SBA also has special programs for women and minorities. However, the most popular SBA program is their loan guarantee program for small businesses.

This firm was able to get an SBA loan -- a strong sign of business strength. Do you think you have what it takes to get an SBA loan too? The SBA can be a great solution for raising money quickly to start or grow a business. Your next step is to speak with a banker at an SBA approved bank.

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