Smithton, Illinois Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Commerce Bank

An SBA loan from Commerce Bank typically comes with favorable terms and competitive loan rates. In this SBA loan issued by the bank, a Smithton, Illinois business owner got a $125,000 loan.

This growing company received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2008. They applied for an SBA loan with Commerce Bank, out of Kansas City, Missouri. The loan was granted and they received $125,000 to help grow their Smithton, Illinois business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: ADVERTISING AGENCIES
Smithton, IL 62285

SBA Loan Lender

COMMERCE BANK
1000 WALNUT ST
KANSAS CITY, MO 64141

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

541810 - Advertising Agencies

Loan Approval Date

2/8/2008

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$125,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $125,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $106,250.

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 6 employees. The SBA loan documents indicated that the loan would help create 3 new jobs.

Great, But How Can I Get an SBA Loan for My Business?

SBA guaranteed loans are made by private lenders and are guaranteed by the SBA with funds appropriated by Congress.

Unless you are not in a hurry to get an SBA loan, it's best to work with a bank like Commerce Bank that has already issued SBA-guaranteed loans. To get an SBA loan fast, work with a bank that participates in the SBA's Preferred Lenders Program (PLP).

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