Sellers Note in Canada

by a searcher from Ivey Business School at Western University

1 year ago

I haven't come across many people who've used a sellers note to finance their acquisition in Canada and for those who did, it was <10% of the purchase price. This seems to be different than in the US where I've heard it can be up to 30% of the sale. Does anyone have any thoughts on this in the Canadian market? Thank you!

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searcher from University of British Columbia - Sauder School of Business

I've seen up to 20% sometimes a mix of note and roll

2 months ago | like reply | 0 likes

professional from University of California, Berkeley

I think it depends deal by deal. In the US, I've seen 60% seller note.. and all-cash as well. really depends.

1 year ago | like reply | 0 likes

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