The Basics of Business Acquisition Financing: Lindsay Denton
Description
In this episode of What's Your Deal?, Matt sits down with Lindsay Denton, a seasoned transaction director, to break down the basics of successfully financing a business acquisition.
Lindsay dives into the details of navigating SBA loans, choosing the right lender, and preparing your financial landscape to secure funding. She also shares real-life examples of unexpected financing roadblocks — and how to overcome them.
Whether you're buying your first business or scaling your portfolio, this episode offers practical insights to ensure your deal gets to the finish line.
Timestamps
[00:00 ] Welcome & Introduction
[01:02 ] Financing Real Estate vs. Businesses
[02:10 ] Uncovering buyer “baggage” before lenders do
[02:57 ] Choosing the right lender
[04:44 ] The different types of SBA lenders
[05:26 ] What makes one lender better than another
[07:33 ] Why PLP lenders
[12:30 ] Mistakes to avoid when preparing for financing
[16:10 ] Why transparency with lenders is crucial
[20:15 ] The difference between a Transaction Director and a Loan Broker
[26:30 ] Real-life deal challenges
[28:06 ] Lindsay’s most challenging transaction
[35:52 ] Who made a difference in Lindsay’s career journey
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