Canadian lenders for ~$5M acquisition with vendor participation

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by a searcher from McGill University
in Montréal, QC, Canada

2mos ago

Canadian lenders for ~$5M acquisition with vendor participation

Hello, We're currently evaluating an acquisition in Canada in the ~$5M range and exploring financing options with a structure of approximately 60% senior debt and 40% vendor participation. For those who have completed similar transactions: - Which lenders in Canada were most receptive to low-equity structures? - Were you able to close with minimal cash in, and if so, how was the deal structured? - Any specific contacts or teams you would recommend reaching out to? I’d really appreciate any insights based on your experience. Thank you in advance, James Nguyen

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reply by a professional 2mos ago
from University of Toronto in Toronto, ON, Canada

Hi ^redacted‌, as a former Canadian banking/lending executive, in my view your structure would have a difficult time being accepted in the Canadian banking sector. There may be potential structures where you might get some portion of the vendor participation recognized as having value. I provide deal structuring/financing advisory services that could help. If you would like assistance on your deal, you can reach me at redacted .

reply by a searcher 2mos ago
from New York University in Victoria, BC, Canada

Perhaps this thread/spreadsheet will help: redacted