Valparaiso, Indiana Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Horizon Bank

Horizon 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 Indiana entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This growing company knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Valparaiso, Indiana, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2004. The lending bank was Horizon Bank, based in Portage, Indiana.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: FULL-SERVICE RESTAURANTS
VALPARAISO, IN 46385

SBA Loan Lender

HORIZON BANK
2650 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368

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

722110 - Full-Service Restaurants

Loan Approval Date

5/12/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$106,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $106,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $90,100.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. According to the loan information, this was not a franchise loan. At the time of the loan, the company had 4 employees. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the small business planned to use the funding to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.

Start the Process for Getting an SBA Loan Today!

SBA guaranteed loans are made by private lenders and are guaranteed by the SBA with funds appropriated by Congress.

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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