Bristol, Connecticut Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Valley Bank

Valley Bank is a source for SBA loans that have lower down payments and longer repayment terms than many other financing options. To help you understand SBA loans, we've featured one Connecticut entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

The SBA helps new or growing businesses raise capital. In this case, an entrepreneur in Bristol, Connecticut was able to borrow $64,000 from Valley Bank. The SBA made the loan possible by guaranteeing $54,400 of this Connecticut small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: AUTO AND HOME SUPPLY STORES
BRISTOL, CT 06010

SBA Loan Lender

VALLEY BANK
FOUR RIVERSIDE AVE
BRISTOL, CT 06010

This was a Low Documentation SBA loan. The SBA started this program to limit the paperwork associated with appliying for an SBA loan . The low-doc program requires completion of only a one-page form for a loan of $50,000 or less. The limits have changed over time. Currently, $100,000 is the maximum loan amount.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

SIC Code

5531 - Auto and Home Supply Stores

NAICS Code

441310 - Automotive Parts and Accessories Stores

Loan Approval Date

3/7/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$64,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $64,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $54,400.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 2 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower did not indicate that the business planned to use the funding to hire new employees or retain any existing employees.

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.

Wondering how to raise money quickly? With the SBA's Preferred Lenders Program, LowDoc Program, SBAExpress and CommunityExpress loan programs, an SBA loan can be approved and funded in two days. This company did everything right to get a $64,000 loan. It's not easy, but why not give getting an SBA loan of your own a try?

About This SBA Loan Information:

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