Valparaiso, Indiana Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Harris National Association

Harris National Association 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 business received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2004. They applied for an SBA loan with Harris National Association, out of Chicago, Illinois. The loan was granted and they received $60,000 to help grow their Valparaiso, Indiana business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: STORE RETAILERS
VALPARAISO, IN 46383

SBA Loan Lender

HARRIS NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
111 W MONROE ST
CHICAGO, IL 60603

This was a Low Documentation SBA loan. The SBA created this program to minimize the paperwork associated with getting a loan . The low-doc program involves completion of only a one-page form for a loan of $50,000 or less. The limits have changed over time. Right now, the maximum small business loan for this SBA program is $100,000.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

453998 - Store Retailers

Loan Approval Date

2/26/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$60,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $60,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $51,000.

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 3 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the small business promised to use the loan proceeds to add employees or retain any existing employees.

Start the Process for Getting an SBA Loan Today!

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.

If you need emergency business money, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from Harris National Association so you can get a feel for how SBA loans work. Applying for an SBA loan starts with a visit to a banker that works with the SBA.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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