Loan to Buy General Nutrition Center Franchise Issued By First International Bank

Need money to purchase a General Nutrition Center franchise? First International Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

Want to borrow money to buy a General Nutrition Center franchise? If so, here's a 2007 SBA franchise loan that you should know about. First International Bank was the lender and the entrepreneur was based in Keller, Texas.

SBA Loan Borrower

GENERAL NUTRITION CENTER
KELLER, TX 76248

SBA Loan Lender

FIRST INTERNATIONAL BANK
1912 AVE K, STE 100
PLANO, TX 75074

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

453998 - Store Retailers

Loan Approval Date

2/15/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$160,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $160,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $120,000.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. This loan was used to buy a General Nutrition Center franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had only one employee. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help generate 3 new jobs and retain 1 existing job.

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

SBA loans can help growing businesses purchase or renovate real estate, acquire fixed assets such as heavy machinery or specialized equipment, borrow working capital for ongoing financing needs, or fund the acquisition of new businesses.

SBA loan guarantees are not loans per se. The SBA simply guarantees the loan, but banks and other lending institutions grant you the loan and give you the money. So, just as this company walked into First International Bank and applied for an SBA loan, you have to do the same thing. You need to demonstrate business strength and potential, but the sooner you start, the faster you'll get the money if you qualify!

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