Closing the gap - self funded searchers with a "tiny" equity gap to fill

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by a searcher from University of Southern California
in Mid-Atlantic, USA

2yrs ago

Closing the gap - self funded searchers with a "tiny" equity gap to fill

We're deep into the acquisition process on a $4.5MM tech services company.
We have a TS for 60%, plus operating funds, fees, and closing costs.
We're vetted, the business is vetted (pre-valuation), and we are ready to go to underwriting.

BUT - the seller is demanding 80% at closing and holding fast. (he's still smarting from a price plummet from $6MM)

We are interested in an equity partner(s) to help us close the deal and have a full document package for your review.

Please reply with an email address and we will follow up quickly. Thanks!

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reply by an investor 2yrs ago
from Academy of Economics in Katowice in Boston, MA, USA

I would be interested to learn more

reply by an investor 2yrs ago
from University of Pennsylvania in Coconut Grove, Miami, FL, USA

We're an equity investor and happy to take a look. Please DM me for contact details or send the information package through the SF messenger.