Business Acquisition Financing
Acquiring an established business is one of the most significant transactions an entrepreneur or operator will undertake. We help buyers navigate the financing side of that process.
What This Covers
Business acquisition financing supports the purchase of an existing company, a partner buyout, or a change of ownership. Because every transaction and buyer profile is different, the appropriate structure depends on the business being acquired, the terms of the deal, and the buyer’s background and objectives.
We work with buyers to understand the opportunity, organize the information lenders typically evaluate, and identify financing pathways that fit the transaction — coordinating the process from initial conversation through closing.
Common Uses
- Acquiring an established business
- Partner or shareholder buyouts
- Change of ownership transactions
- Add-on acquisitions
- Management buyouts
Financing Structures We Help Navigate
Financing is subject to lender criteria and approval. The programs below reflect common structures relevant to this area.
SBA 7(a) Acquisition Financing
A government-guaranteed program frequently used to support the acquisition of an established business by a qualified buyer.
Conventional Acquisition Financing
Bank and non-bank financing structured around the cash flow and assets of the business being acquired.
Partner Buyouts
Financing to support the purchase of an existing owner’s interest in a business.
Search Fund & Independent Sponsor Support
Financing considerations for individual buyers acquiring a business to operate.
Key Considerations
Every transaction is different. These are among the factors typically relevant when evaluating financing in this area.
- 01The historical cash flow and financial profile of the target business
- 02The buyer’s relevant experience and financial background
- 03Deal structure, purchase price, and sources of capital
- 04Collateral and any real estate involved in the transaction
Related Solutions
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