The Plains, Ohio Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from The Hocking Valley Bank

The Hocking Valley 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 Ohio entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This business knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in The Plains, Ohio, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2004. The lending bank was The Hocking Valley Bank, based in Athens, Ohio.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: SUPERMARKETS AND GROCERY STORES
THE PLAINS, OH 45701

SBA Loan Lender

THE HOCKING VALLEY BANK
7 W STIMSON AVE
ATHENS, OH 45701

The issuing bank for this loan is an SBA 7A lender. The name comes from section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, which authorizes the Agency to provide commercial loans to American small businesses.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

445110 - Supermarkets and Grocery Stores

Loan Approval Date

6/15/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$648,673

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $648,673 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $486,505.

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 54 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the SBA funding recipient promised to use the loan proceeds to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA 7(a) Loans can be used for nearly any business purpose, such as commercial real estate, construction or renovation for owner-users, business acquisition and start-up, franchise refinancing, refinancing for existing debt, equipment purchases, working capital, and inventory.

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.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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