Independence, OH Entrepreneur Gets SBA Loan to Buy Zoup Franchise

Need a loan to purchase a Zoup franchise? Stearns Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

Want to borrow money to buy a Zoup franchise? If so, here's a 2005 SBA franchise loan that you should know about. Stearns Bank was the lender and the entrepreneur was based in Independence, Ohio.

SBA Loan Borrower

ZOUP!
INDEPENDENCE, OH 44131

SBA Loan Lender

STEARNS BANK
4191 2ND ST SOUTH
SAINT CLOUD, MN 56301

This loan was underwritten by an SBA Certified Lenders Program (CLP) lender. CLP lenders perform a comprehensive analysis of the loan application and, in return, SBA promises a quick answer on whether the loan qualifies.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

722211 - Limited-Service Restaurants

Loan Approval Date

10/6/2005

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$320,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $320,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $240,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Zoup franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had only one employee. This SBA loan request did not indicate that the small business planned to use the loan proceeds to increase staffing levels or retain any existing employees.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

For small businesses in need of money, an SBA guaranteed loan is often the best way to obtain financing.

The SBA is an excellent funding resource for business owners who cannot easily find funding through conventional funding sources. Banks like Stearns Bank are ready to help you through the process. Whether you need money to open a store, need money to launch a startup business, or are raising money as working capital for an existing entity, the SBA is there for you.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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