Non-SBA lenders?

by a searcher from Harvard University - Harvard Business School

1 year ago

I'm curious to speak to some non-SBA lenders who are familiar with search funds.

I've heard that SBA loans are going to be the best terms you can get, if a deal qualifies and with the tradeoff of the personal guarantee. However, since I'm targeting software, I'm seeing a decent number of appealing listings which have strong/consistent cash flow, but are ineligible for an SBA loan because they're based outside the US.

Any recs for lenders to speak to would be appreciated!

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searcher from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech)

You’re going to have a PG regardless.

1 year ago | like reply | 1 like

intermediary from University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School

I agree with Brad's comments. However, it might help if you shared more info. In what country is the company based? Where are the employees and customers based? What is the size of the business?

1 year ago | like reply | 1 like

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