Velma, Oklahoma Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from First Bank & Trust Co.

First Bank & Trust Co. 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 Oklahoma entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This growing company knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Velma, Oklahoma, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2003. The lending bank was First Bank & Trust Co., based in Duncan, Oklahoma.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: CONVENIENCE STORES
VELMA, OK 73491

SBA Loan Lender

FIRST BANK & TRUST CO.
923 W MAIN ST
DUNCAN, OK 73533

This was a Low Documentation SBA loan. The SBA started this program to minimize the paperwork associated with appliying for an SBA loan . The low-doc program requires completion of only a one-page form for a loan of $50,000 or less. The limits have changed over time. Currently, $100,000 is the maximum loan amount.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

445120 - Convenience Stores

Loan Approval Date

5/14/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$80,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $80,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $68,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new 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 only one employee. The SBA loan documents did not indicate that the SBA funding recipient planned to use the money to add employees or retain any existing employees.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

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.

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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