Business Loan from Comerica Bank Given to Limited-Service Restaurants Company

Comerica Bank and the SBA work together to get business loans for growing small businesses. Here's an example of how a Wisconsin entrepreneur was able to get a loan to take a small business to the next level.

This business received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2003. They applied for an SBA loan with Comerica Bank, out of Dallas, Texas. The loan was granted and they received $218,400 to help grow their West Allis, Wisconsin business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: LIMITED-SERVICE RESTAURANTS
WEST ALLIS, WI 53214

SBA Loan Lender

COMERICA BANK
1717 MAIN
DALLAS, TX 75201

This bank was authorized by the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) as an official lender for the SBA Preferred Lender Program (PLP). Only the most active and experienced lenders qualify for this SBA lending program.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

722211 - Limited-Service Restaurants

Loan Approval Date

8/12/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$218,400

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $218,400 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $163,800.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 2 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help retain 2 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

If you are raising money in West Allis WI, you ought to talk with a local West Allis SBA lender or talk with an out-of-area SBA lender that has previously loaned money to West Allis businesses.

SBA loan guarantees are not loans per se. The SBA simply guarantees the loan, but banks and other lending institutions grant you the loan and give you the money. So, just as this company walked into Comerica Bank and applied for an SBA loan, you have to do the same thing. You need to demonstrate business strength and potential, but the sooner you start, the faster you'll get the money if you qualify!

About This SBA Loan Information:

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