Clearwater, Florida Entrepreneur Gets a Small Business Loan

SBA loans in Florida are are few and far betweeen these days. We take a look at one Florida SBA loan, provided by a California bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This company, based in Clearwater, Florida, 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 California Bank & Trust. We've got the inside scoop on this Florida small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: PLUMBING, HEATING, AND AIR-CONDITIONING CONTRACTORS
CLEARWATER, FL 33762

SBA Loan Lender

CALIFORNIA BANK & TRUST
2399 GATEWAY OAKS DR, STE 110
SACRAMENTO, CA 95833

This bank was authorized by the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) as an official lender for the SBA Preferred Lender Program (PLP). Only the most active and experienced lenders qualify for this SBA lending program.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors

Loan Approval Date

6/29/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$1,130,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $1,130,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $847,500.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. The SBA's records indicate that the loan was not for investment in a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 32 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help retain 32 existing jobs.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your 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.

Folks who know a lot about raising money for companies know that SBA guaranteed loans are a great funding source for small businesses. Talk to a bank like California Bank & Trust and they will explain how you can get an SBA loan for your company.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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