Gaebler Ventures Gaebler Ventures is a business incubator and holding company providing venture capital investment and shared services to early-stage companies. We've invested in some great portfolio companies. Some of the best resources for entrepreneurs -- all based on our real world experiences! Our guiding investment philosophy is to provide exceptional returns for our investors. Check out the latest news from Gaebler Ventures. Learn more about Gaeber Ventures! Get in touch. We'd love to talk with you!   
 
 
  Articles for Entrepreneurs  
 

Raising Money in Austin, Texas With SBA Loans

 

 
Gaebler Ventures is a business incubator, holding company, and private equity firm. We help entrepreneurs transform ideas and innovations into greatness.

Galaxy Cafe Gets a Texas Business Loan

Business loans in Texas are are few and far betweeen these days. We take a look at one Texas business loan, provided by a Texas bank, that was approved by the SBA.

Getting a small business loan in Austin, Texas was a top priority for Galaxy Cafe back in 2007 and, based on their loan application, they were successful in getting an SBA loan from Omnibank, National Association. Here are the details on this Texas small business loan.

SBA Loan Borrower

GALAXY CAFE
4616 TRIANGLE AVE
AUSTIN, TX 78751

SBA Loan Lender

OMNIBANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
4328 OLD SPANISH TRL
HOUSTON, TX 77021

This bank was authorized by the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) as an official lender for the SBA Preferred Lender Program (PLP). Only the most active and experienced lenders qualify for this SBA lending program.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

722110 - Full-Service Restaurants

Loan Approval Date

12/18/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$474,300

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $474,300 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $355,725.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower, Galaxy Cafe, borrowed this money for a new business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 3 employees. The loan application indicated that the funding would help generate 30 new jobs.

Getting an SBA Loan For Your Business

SBA loan applications are made through a bank. The SBA guarantees a loan to the bank, so in case the borrower defaults, the bank is guaranteed a portion of the loan by the SBA.

While you may be able to find other ways to get money to start a business, the SBA is a tried and true source for small business loan guarantees. This loan to Galaxy Cafe shows that any business with ambition and the right qualifications can get an SBA loan.

About This SBA Loan Information:

All SBA loan data displayed above comes from the government's SBA loan database.

Related Links:

Advice on Getting a Small Business Loan

Who Lends Money to Small Businesses in Houston, Texas

Getting an SBA Loan in Texas

 

If you are an ambitious entrepreneur or an aspiring executive looking to get involved with a startup, please take the time to learn more about Gaebler Ventures.

 

 

 

Additional Resources for Entrepreneurs

Starting a Business - Business Ideas - Naming and Branding - City Guides

Buying a Business - Writing a Business Plan - Raising Money - Incorporate

Small Business Marketing - Advertising Advice - Public Relations -

Customer Service Tips - Entrepreneurial Selling - Workplace Safety

Startup Leadership - Strategy - Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurs

Articles on Exporting - Human Resources for Entrepreneurs - Workers Comp

Legal Information for Entrepreneurs - Sarbanes-Oxley - Accounting - SBDC

Business Credit Cards - Nonprofit Entrepreneurs - Mission Statements

Tax Tips and Resources for Entrepreneurs - Operating Your Startup Business

Real Estate Decisions for Entrepreneurs - Franchising - Selling a Business

Starting a Home Business - Small Business Technology - Business Travel

Business Finance - Advice for Retailers - Entrepreneurship for Scientists

Administrative Professionals / Office Managers - Family Business Advice

Good Businesses to Start - Start an Energy Business - Start a Hedge Fund

Payroll Service Information - Productivity Tips - Bad Economy Advice

Small Business Websites - Search Engine Optimization - Online Reputation

Search Engine Marketing - Social Marketing Optimization - Business Forms

Business in the Jungle - Business in Fiction - Negotiating - Radio Ad Costs

Newspaper Advertising Rates - City-Specific Resources for Entrepreneurs

Small Business Insurance - Global Entrepreneurship - China & Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneur Features - Employee to Entrepreneur - Small Business Ethics

Acquisition Speculation - Good Business Books - SBA Franchise Loans

Small Business Loans - Studying Entrepreneurship - How Kids Make Money

Social Entrepreneurship - Mergers and Acquisitions -

Veteran Entrepreneurs - Useful Web Sites for Entrepreneurs - Dell Deals

Buy.com Deals - Female Entrepreneurship - Small Business Experts

Entrepreneurial Resources by State - Resources for Young Entrepreneurs

African American Entrepreneurs - Resources for Hispanic Entrepreneurs

Resources for Asian Entrepreneurs - Resources for Women Entrepreneurs

Resources for Gay Entrepreneurs - Businesses for Sale - Office Supplies

Economics - Lists of Small Business Incubators - Lists of Angel Investors

Lists of Venture Capital and Private Equity Firms - Franchise Opportunities

Recommended Products and Services for Entrepreneurs - Contributors

Get FREE Price Quotes from Multiple Vendors - Business Glossary