How to Get a Loan for Computer and Software Stores

Looking for commercial loans for computer and software stores? An SBA loan may be just what you've been looking for. This $35,000 computer and software stores loan was issued by a California bank.

This small business knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in San Jose, California, they applied for and were awarded an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2007. The lending bank was Innovative Bank, based in Oakland, California.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE STORES
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

SBA Loan Lender

INNOVATIVE BANK
360 14TH ST
OAKLAND, CA 94612

This lender issued this business loan under the SBA's 7(a) guaranteed loan program, in which the SBA provides guaranteed loans to small business owners. This lending program began in 1953. In the early days of the SBA, these loans were issued directly by the SBA. Today, SBA loans are issued primarily through approved banks and lenders.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

443120 - Computer and Software Stores

Loan Approval Date

5/15/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$35,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $35,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $29,750.

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 only one employee. The loan application indicated that the loan would help retain 1 existing job.

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

SBA loan applications are made through a bank. The SBA guarantees a loan to the bank, so in case the borrower defaults, the bank is guaranteed a portion of the loan by the SBA.

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 Innovative 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!

About This SBA Loan Information:

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