First Community Bank Gives Bank Loan to Specialty Food Stores Company

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

This small business, based in Windsor, California, offers a good example of how small businesses get financed. Taking advantage of the SBA's guaranteed loan program, they were able to get a loan from First Community Bank. We've got the inside scoop on this California small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: SPECIALTY FOOD STORES
WINDSOR, CA 95492

SBA Loan Lender

FIRST COMMUNITY BANK
438 FIRST ST
SANTA ROSA, CA 95404

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

445299 - Specialty Food Stores

Loan Approval Date

12/7/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$1,050,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $1,050,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $787,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 12 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 30 new jobs and retain 12 existing jobs.

Start the Process for Getting an SBA Loan Today!

Don't apply for a loan directly with the SBA. You need to apply for an SBA loan with a local or national bank, not with the SBA. The bank processes the loan and gives you the money, and the SBA simply guarantees a portion of the loan.

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. First Community Bank had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, First Community Bank made the loan. The end result was that this firm was given the opportunity to grow their business and enhance the lives of their employees and customers.

The process for getting an SBA loan is relatively straight-forward. Sit down with your banker and they will explain the process in detail.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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