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Texas Entrepreneur Secures Financing to Buy Gold's Gym Franchise

Need a loan to invest in a Gold's Gym franchise? Amegy Bank has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

If you live near Conroe, Texas and are interested in buying a Gold's Gym franchise, you'll be interested to read the details on this SBA franchise loan, issued in 2003 by Amegy Bank. Obtaining a franchise loan from a commercial lending institution can be a great way to finance a franchise purchase.

SBA Loan Borrower

GOLD'S GYM CONROE
CONROE, TX 77304

SBA Loan Lender

AMEGY BANK
4400 POST OAK PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77027

This lender provides SBA bank loans as part of the SBA's Preferred Lender Program (PLP). SBA PLP lenders are chosen from among the SBA's best lenders and have full delegation of lending authority in most situations.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

713940 - Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers

Loan Approval Date

10/10/2003

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$875,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $875,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $656,250.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy a Gold's Gym franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 3 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 5 new jobs and retain 8 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is a federal government agency that has many different programs to help small business owners. The SBA Microloan Program, for example, provides very small loans to start-up, newly established, or growing small business concerns. The SBA also has special programs for women and minorities. However, the most popular SBA program is their loan guarantee program for small 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 $875,000 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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