West Grove, PA Entrepreneur Gets SBA Loan to Buy Shapexpress Franchise

Borrowing money to buy a Shapexpress franchise? Pnc Bank, National Association has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

If you live near West Grove, Pennsylvania and are interested in buying a Shapexpress franchise, you'll be interested to read the details on this SBA franchise loan, issued in 2007 by Pnc Bank, National Association. Obtaining a franchise loan from a commercial lending institution can be a great way to finance a franchise purchase.

SBA Loan Borrower

THE HILLWIG GROUP, LLC T/A SHAPEXPRESS/SED
WEST GROVE, PA 19390

SBA Loan Lender

PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
8800 TINICUM BLVD, 1ST FL, MA
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153

Note that at the time it made this loan, this bank had achieved Preferred Lender Program (PLP) status from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). PLP is the highest status given by the SBA to qualified lending institutions and gives the lending institution full authority to determine eligibility and credit worthiness of an applicant and to approve loans without prior review by the SBA.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

713940 - Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers

Loan Approval Date

3/14/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$189,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $189,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $141,750.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Shapexpress franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 2 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help generate 8 new jobs and retain 8 existing jobs.

Great, But How Can I Get an SBA Loan for My Business?

SBA loan applications are made through a bank. The SBA guarantees a loan to the bank, so in case the borrower defaults, the bank is guaranteed a portion of the loan by the SBA.

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 Pnc Bank, National Association 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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