West Chester, Pennsylvania Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from National Penn Bank

National Penn Bank 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 Pennsylvania entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This growing company received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2000. They applied for an SBA loan with National Penn Bank, out of Boyertown, Pennsylvania. The loan was granted and they received $320,000 to help grow their West Chester, Pennsylvania business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380

SBA Loan Lender

NATIONAL PENN BANK
PHILADELPHIA & READING AVES
BOYERTOWN, PA 19512

When this loan was made, the lender was part of the SBA's Certified Lenders Program (CLP). This program is designed to give expeditious service on loan applications received from lenders who have a successful SBA lending track record and a thorough understanding of SBA policies and procedures. CLP lenders perform a complete analysis of the application and, in return, SBA promises a fast loan decision.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5084 - Industrial Machinery and Equipment

NAICS Code

421710 - Hardware Wholesalers

Loan Approval Date

10/5/2000

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$320,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $320,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $240,000.

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 8 employees. The loan application did not indicate that the business planned to use the money to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

Every year, the SBA guarantees over $10 billion for loans just like this one.

We can help you find the best banks for small businesses in West Chester or anywhere else for that matter. By talking to a number of banks about getting an SBA loan, you will increase your odds of success.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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