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SBA Loans: How They Can Help Your Small Business Succeed
If you're a small business owner exploring...
SBA Loan Questions and Answers from the Experts
SBA Loan FAQ and Answers Securing funding for...
Medical Office Loans – How to Apply for Medical Practice Funding and Get Approved
Securing a medical business loan can transform...
Hospital Loans – How to Get One and Other Hospital Financing Options
Running, maintaining, or expanding a healthcare...
Hotel Loans – How to Apply for Hotel Funding and Get Your Hotel Financing
The hotel industry in the United States has seen...
How to Apply for a Loan for a Spa and Secure Spa Financing
The spa industry is experiencing robust growth,...
How to Buy a Franchise and Everything You Need to Know About Franchise Funding
Are you ready to take control of your future by...
Weathering Market Uncertainty: How SBA Loans Can Strengthen Your Business
When markets face uncertainty, it can often...
SBA Loans for Veterans: Learning How to Get a Great Veterans Business Loan
An SBA loan can be an excellent resource for...
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Woof Gang Bakery SBA Loan Case Study
After years in HR, Kasia followed her passion for animals and, with a $345K SBA loan from First Bank of the Lake, quickly launched her Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming franchise — already nearing breakeven just months in.
Tint World SBA Loan Case Study
After losing his wife, a friend, and his life savings, Dan Billings reinvented his life with a Tint World franchise — and with guidance and an SBA loan from First Bank of the Lake, his business is thriving and he’s already eyeing a second location.
Lifetime Green Coatings SBA Loan Case Study
Father and son duo Barry and Parker Norfleet launched six Lifetime Green Coatings franchises with a $400K SBA loan from First Bank of the Lake — quickly setting up operations and nearly breaking even within just three months.