Washington, District of Columbia Entrepreneur Gets a Business Loan

Business loans in District of Columbia are hard to find these days. We take a look at one District of Columbia business loan, provided by a Missouri bank, that was approved by the SBA.

This business, based in Washington, District of Columbia, 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 Ge Cap. Small Business Finan Corp. We've got the inside scoop on this District of Columbia small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS AND WIRING INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS
WASHINGTON, DC 20003

SBA Loan Lender

GE CAP. SMALL BUSINESS FINAN CORP
635 MARYVILLE CENTRE DR, STE
ST. LOUIS, MO 63141

Note that at the time it made this loan, this bank had achieved Preferred Lender Program (PLP) status from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). PLP is the highest status given by the SBA to qualified lending institutions and gives the lending institution full authority to determine eligibility and credit worthiness of an applicant and to approve loans without prior review by the SBA.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

238210 - Electrical Contractors and Wiring Installation Contractors

Loan Approval Date

10/4/2004

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$603,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $603,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $452,250.

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 18 employees. The SBA loan application for the borrower indicated that the loan would help generate 18 new jobs and retain 1 existing job.

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

Remember, you apply for an SBA loan with a local or national bank, not with the SBA. The bank processes the loan and gives you the money, and the SBA simply guarantees a portion of the loan.

This firm was able to get an SBA loan -- a strong sign of business strength. Do you think you have what it takes to get an SBA loan too? The SBA can be a great solution for raising money quickly to start or grow a business. Your next step is to speak with a banker at an SBA approved bank.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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