Washington, District of Columbia Business Gets SBA-Guaranteed Funding from Branch Bank & Trust

Branch Bank & Trust is a source for SBA loans that have lower down payments and longer repayment terms than many other financing options. To help you understand SBA loans, we've featured one District of Columbia entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This growing company knew how to go about getting a business bank loan. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, they applied for and received an SBA-guaranteed loan in 2006. The lending bank was Branch Bank & Trust, based in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: LAWYERS
WASHINGTON, DC 20009

SBA Loan Lender

BRANCH BANK & TRUST
200 W 2ND ST
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27101

The lender provided this loan through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan program called the SBA Express Loan program. SBA Express loans are typically used for working capital, inventory purchases and equipment financing.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued under the SBA Fast Track program, which later was renamed the SBA Express loan program.

NAICS Code

541110 - Lawyers

Loan Approval Date

3/1/2006

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$125,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $125,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $62,500.

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 7 employees. The loan application indicated that the loan would help retain 7 existing jobs.

Next Steps for Getting an SBA Loan

If you are interested in getting money to start a business or need money to grow a business, an SBA loan can be a great source of funding.

The SBA is important source of financing for entrepreneurs like you. Take this loan, for example. The company needed a loan. Branch Bank & Trust had a strong track record in business lending, and with the SBA stepping up and agreeing to guarantee part of the loan, Branch Bank & Trust made the loan. The end result was that this firm was given the opportunity to grow their business and enhance the lives of their employees and customers.

The process for getting an SBA loan is relatively straight-forward. Sit down with your banker and they will explain the process in detail.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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