SBA SOP 50 10 8.1 Goes Live Oct 1. What That Means for a Main Street Sale.
SOP 50 10 8.1 goes live October 1. Structure your Main Street sale the way 7(a) will fund it first.
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How to Finance a Business Acquisition: Debt, Equity, and Deal Structures Explained
Business acquisitions in the $1M–$30M range use a blend of financing sources: SBA loans, conventional bank debt, seller financing, mezzanine capital, and private equity. Understanding how each works, when each applies, and how to combine them into the right capital stack is the difference between a deal that builds wealth and one that creates a debt trap.
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What Private Equity Buyers Look For in a Lower Middle Market Business
Private equity firms evaluating lower middle market businesses are looking for five things: recurring revenue, management depth, EBITDA margins, growth potential, and clean financials. Here’s what makes your business PE-ready.
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SBA Loan vs. Conventional Acquisition Financing: A Buyer’s Guide
SBA 7(a) loans offer up to $5M with 10-20% down. Conventional financing requires 25-50% equity but moves faster. Here’s how to choose the right acquisition financing for your deal size and situation.
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How to Raise Capital for a Small Business in 2026
Raising capital in 2026 means navigating more options than ever — SBA loans, angel investors, family offices, PE, revenue-based financing, and SAFE notes. The right choice depends on your stage, growth rate, and how much control you want to keep.
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Mezzanine Financing for Business Growth: How It Works, What It Costs, and When It Makes Sense
Mezzanine financing bridges the gap between bank loans and equity investment, offering $1M-$15M in growth capital while preserving 90-98% of ownership. Learn how it works, when it makes sense, key terms, and who provides it.
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How to Read a Term Sheet: What Every Business Owner Needs to Know Before Raising Capital
A term sheet defines the economics and control of your capital raise. Learn how to read valuation, liquidation preferences, anti-dilution, board composition, and protective provisions — and what to negotiate before you sign.
