The program's purpose is to provide financial assistance by way of loan guarantees, which will help with the development, expansion and retention of Louisiana's small businesses. The program is administered by Louisiana Economic Development through Louisiana Economic Development Corporation (LEDC).
Loan Amount: $5,000 to $1.5 million
Maximum Guarantee: 75% of loan amount
Minimum Equity Requirement: 15% to 20%
Application Fee: $0
Quick Turnaround: for qualifying loan amounts, typically 7-10 days
Guarantee Fee: 1% to 4% of guaranteed amount
Eligibility:
With low fees, a streamlined application process and a quick turnaround, the loan guaranty program is an excellent tool to mitigate risk in commercial lending.
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