Where to Get Capital for Car Washes

With these small business loans for car washes, the SBA guarantees the lender that the loan will be repaid. This car washes loan for $308,000 was given to an Ohio entrepreneur in 2004.

This small firm knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Willoughby, Ohio, they applied for and were awarded an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2004. The lending bank was Citizens Bank, based in Pepper Pike, Ohio.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: CAR WASHES
WILLOUGHBY, OH 44094

SBA Loan Lender

CITIZENS BANK
29225 CHAGRIN BLVD
PEPPER PIKE, OH 44124

As a member of the SBA's Preferred Lender Program (PLP), this bank is able to streamline the underwriting process and provide a favorable credit decision on behalf of the SBA for long-term loans. PLP lenders can cut through the red tape and accelerate the loan approval process.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

811192 - Car Washes

Loan Approval Date

6/9/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$308,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $308,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $231,000.

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 5 employees. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help retain 5 existing jobs.

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

SBA 7(a) Loans can be used for nearly any business purpose, such as commercial real estate, construction or renovation for owner-users, business acquisition and start-up, franchise refinancing, refinancing for existing debt, equipment purchases, working capital, and inventory.

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.

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