Company Gets a California Small Business Loan

SBA loans in California are are few and far betweeen these days. We take a look at one California SBA loan, provided by a California bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This business, based in Whittier, California, offers a good example of how small businesses get financed. Taking advantage of the SBA's guaranteed loan program, they were able to get a loan from Pacific Western Bank. We've got the inside scoop on this California small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: INSURANCE AGENCIES AND BROKERAGES
WHITTIER, CA 90601

SBA Loan Lender

PACIFIC WESTERN BANK
900 CANTERBURY PL
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025

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

524210 - Insurance Agencies and Brokerages

Loan Approval Date

1/17/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$224,100

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $224,100 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $168,075.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing 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 2 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help generate 5 new jobs and retain 2 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

SBA loans make it possible for banks to offer loans more easily and provide them with more flexible terms than conventional loan options.

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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