Palatine, IL Entrepreneur Gets SBA Loan to Buy Edible Arrangements Franchise

Need money to purchase an Edible Arrangements franchise? Harris National Association has a history of making these loans and they are guaranteed by the SBA.

Edible Arrangements franchise loans are available to Palatine, Illinois entrepreneurs, and entrepreneurs in other locations throughout the country. In fact, Harris National Association, based in Chicago, Illinois, issued an SBA franchise loan for an Edible Arrangements franchise in 2006. We've got all the details on this Illinois small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS
PALATINE, IL 60067

SBA Loan Lender

HARRIS NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
111 W MONROE ST
CHICAGO, IL 60603

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

453220 - Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Stores

Loan Approval Date

7/3/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$75,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $75,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $63,750.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was used to buy an Edible Arrangements 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 retain 3 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

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.

Many small business owners never get a business loan because they never bother to apply for a business loan. If you take the initiative, you may get a loan, just like this company did when it applied for and received this $75,000 loan. Remember, anyone can do it... so why not you?

About This SBA Loan Information:

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