Borrow Money to Buy a Dunkin Donuts Franchise

Borrowing money to buy a Dunkin Donuts franchise? Ridgestone Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

If you live near Vernon Hills, Illinois and are interested in buying a Dunkin Donuts franchise, you'll be interested to read the details on this SBA franchise loan, issued in 2007 by Ridgestone Bank. Obtaining a franchise loan from a commercial lending institution can be a great way to finance a franchise purchase.

SBA Loan Borrower

KARDO 1,INC
VERNON HILLS, IL 60061

SBA Loan Lender

RIDGESTONE BANK
13925 W NORTH AVE
BROOKFIELD, WI 53005

The issuing bank for this loan is an SBA 7A lender. Under this program, banks that work with the SBA are able to provide SBA loans to to entrepreneurs who might have trouble getting a conventional bank loan.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

722211 - Limited-Service Restaurants

Loan Approval Date

6/5/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$350,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $350,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $262,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Dunkin Donuts franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 19 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help generate 7 new jobs and retain 12 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

Don't forget. To get an SBA loan, you must apply for an SBA loan with a local or national bank, not with the SBA. The bank processes the loan and gives you the money, and the SBA simply guarantees a portion of the loan.

If you need emergency business money, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from Ridgestone Bank 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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