Van Nuys, California Entrepreneur Gets an SBA Loan

Want a California SBA loan? This California entrepreneur got an SBA loan, provided by a California bank that works with the SBA to help small business owners.

This company, based in Van Nuys, California, offers a good example of how small businesses get financed. Taking advantage of the SBA's guaranteed loan program, they were able to get a loan from East West Bank. We've got the inside scoop on this California small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: MOTION PICTURE AND VIDEO TAPE PRODUCTION
VAN NUYS, CA 91423

SBA Loan Lender

EAST WEST BANK
135 N LOS ROBLES AVE, 7TH FL
PASADENA, CA 91101

This lender issued this commercial loan under the SBA's 7(a) guaranteed loan program, in which the SBA provides guaranteed loans to small business owners. This lending program began in 1953. In the early days of the SBA, these loans were issued directly by the SBA. Today, SBA loans are issued primarily through approved banks and lenders.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

7812 - Motion Picture and Video Tape Production

NAICS Code

512110 - Motion Picture and Video Production

Loan Approval Date

8/10/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$50,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $50,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $40,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. According to the loan information, this was not a franchise loan. At the time of the loan, the company had 3 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the business planned to use the loan proceeds to add employees 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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