Tyler, TX Entrepreneur Gets SBA Loan to Buy Hobbytown Usa Franchise

Borrowing money to invest in a Hobbytown Usa franchise? Southside Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

Want to borrow money to buy a Hobbytown Usa franchise? If so, here's a 2005 SBA franchise loan that you should know about. Southside Bank was the lender and the entrepreneur was based in Tyler, Texas.

SBA Loan Borrower

HOBBYTOWN USA
TYLER, TX 75703

SBA Loan Lender

SOUTHSIDE BANK
1201 S BECKHAM
TYLER, TX 75701

Note that at the time it made this loan, this bank had achieved Preferred Lender Program (PLP) status from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). PLP is the highest status given by the SBA to qualified lending institutions and gives the lending institution full authority to determine eligibility and credit worthiness of an applicant and to approve loans without prior review by the SBA.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

451120 - Hobby, Toy, and Game Stores

Loan Approval Date

3/2/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$183,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $183,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $137,250.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Hobbytown Usa franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had only one employee. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help generate 1 new job and retain 1 existing job.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loan applications are made through a bank. The SBA guarantees a loan to the bank, so in case the borrower defaults, the bank is guaranteed a portion of the loan by the SBA.

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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