Raising Money for Convenience Stores

Looking for bank loans for convenience stores? The SBA may be the answer. This $25,000 convenience stores loan was issued by a North Carolina bank.

This small firm knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Wilmington, North Carolina, they applied for and were awarded an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2003. The lending bank was Suntrust Bank, based in Wilmington, North Carolina.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: GROCERY STORES
WILMINGTON, NC 28405

SBA Loan Lender

SUNTRUST BANK
7018 MARKET ST
WILMINGTON, NC 28405

This was a Low Documentation SBA loan. The SBA started this program to minimize the paperwork associated with appliying for an SBA loan . The low-doc program requires completion of only a one-page form for a loan of $50,000 or less. The limits have changed over time. Currently, $100,000 is the maximum loan amount.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5411 - Grocery Stores

NAICS Code

445120 - Convenience Stores

Loan Approval Date

3/13/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$25,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $25,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $21,250.

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 4 employees. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the business promised to use the loan proceeds 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.

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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