There are number of advantages to an SBA loan, including longer terms, no points and no balloon payments.
Who is Eligible for an SBA Loan?
Most for-profit small businesses are eligible for an SBA guaranteed loan. This includes manufacturers, wholesale, retail and service businesses as well as independent or franchise businesses.
Loan Qualifications
Retail and service businesses with sales (3-year average) not exceeding $6 million to $20 million, depending on the industry
Wholesale businesses with employees up to 100 regardless of sales volume
Manufacturers with employees up to 500 depending on the industry, regardless of sales volume.
SBA 7(A) Loan Size $25,000 to $2.0 million
Use of Proceeds
Commercial real estate (purchases, construction, or refinance)
Leasehold improvements
Business expansions
Machinery, equipment, furniture or fixtures
Business acquisition
Working capital (offered in conjunction with same of the above)
Start-ups (ALL Franchises, Motels, Restaurants Gas Stations and C-Stores)
Other Credits Considerations
Business must have adequate historic cash flow to cover the proposed debt
Business debt to net worth must meet industry averages
Borrowers must be actively involved in the day-to-day operation of the business
Satisfactory personal credit histories are required for all principles and guarantors
No past bankruptcies or felony arrests
- Indy Business Broker
- Noblesville, Indiana
- With over 16 years of business ownership, management and sales, Dave understands the needs of both buyers and sellers in confidential business transactions. As a former owner of a mortgage company, he also brings a unique perspective of the financing aspect of deal making. Since joining Sunbelt in 2004, Dave has represented a variety of companies in such industries as service, distribution and manufacturing. Dave has a reputation for successful transactions and consistently receives compliments from both buyers and sellers for his diligent work and adding tremendous value to the transaction process. In 2010, Dave successfully completed the necessary courses and requirements to be designated a Certified Mainstreet Business Broker (CMSBB). Dave’s education and experience includes: Indiana State University (Business Management), Indiana State (Securities Division) and Mortgage Brokers License (8 years). In his spare time, Dave and his family: Angela, Jayden (14) and Kade (12) enjoy family vacations and traveling, sporting activities and their local church. Contact Dave at 317.218.8626 or cell at 317.508.6690 dgorman@sunbeltindiana.com
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