Elk Rapids, Michigan Entrepreneur Gets a Bank Loan

Bank loans in Michigan are hard to find these days. We take a look at one Michigan bank loan, provided by a Michigan bank, that was approved by the SBA.

By giving the right information to Citizens Bank, this Elk Rapids, Michigan business was able to get an SBA loan. To get this loan, the entrepreneur gave the lending institution and the SBA a clear description of what the loan proceeds would be used for and how they intended to pay the loan back.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: WOOD KITCHEN CABINET AND COUNTERTOP MANUFACTURING
ELK RAPIDS, MI 49629

SBA Loan Lender

CITIZENS BANK
328 S SAGINAW ST
FLINT, MI 48502

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

337110 - Wood Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Manufacturing

Loan Approval Date

5/1/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$450,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $450,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $337,500.

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 30 employees. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help retain 30 existing jobs.

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

If you are wondering how to find money to start a business or need money for an existing business, an SBA loan can be a great funding source

While you may be able to find business people willing to loan money, the SBA is a tried and true source for small business loan guarantees. This loan shows that any business with ambition and the right qualifications can get an SBA loan.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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