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Business Acquisition Funding
Access to structured acquisition funding often determines whether a buyer can complete a transaction or must walk away. Many buyers identify a suitable target but need external capital to close.
FG Capital Advisors assists buyers by structuring business acquisition funding and introducing transactions to lenders and private credit providers active in acquisition lending. A financeable deal needs clear cash flow, a credible capital stack and lender-ready materials.
Funding Options for Business Acquisitions
Most acquisitions are financed with a combination of debt and equity so buyers can purchase established businesses without funding the full purchase price in cash. The mix depends on the target’s cash flow, industry, size and the buyer’s equity contribution.
Senior Acquisition Loans
Primary acquisition loan provided by banks or private credit lenders, typically the largest layer of the capital structure.
Mezzanine Financing
Subordinated capital used to bridge the gap between senior debt and equity, often with flexible repayment terms.
Seller Financing
The seller carries a portion of the purchase price as a note, reducing the cash required at closing.
Typical Acquisition Funding Structure
A clear capital structure helps lenders evaluate repayment capacity and supports a workable balance sheet on day one.
| Capital Source | Description | Role in the Stack |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Debt | Primary acquisition loan from banks or private credit lenders. | Main funding layer, secured and first in priority. |
| Mezzanine Financing | Subordinated capital bridging senior debt and equity. | Fills the gap and improves overall leverage capacity. |
| Seller Financing | Seller note for part of the purchase price. | Aligns seller incentives and reduces buyer cash at close. |
| Buyer Equity | Capital from the sponsor, buyer or investor group. | Residual risk capital that anchors the structure. |
Common Situations
Entrepreneurs & Searchers
Buying an existing business as a first-time or experienced operator seeking ownership.
Management Buyouts
Management teams acquiring the company they already operate, often with external capital support.
Independent Sponsors
Search fund and independent sponsor transactions where equity and debt are arranged in parallel.
What Lenders Typically Evaluate
Repayment is usually supported by the acquired company’s cash flow. Lenders focus on the quality and sustainability of that cash flow alongside the overall structure.
Cash Flow & Coverage
Historical and projected EBITDA, debt service coverage ratios and downside cash flow scenarios.
Business Quality
Industry stability, competitive position, customer concentration and management depth.
Buyer Profile & Structure
Management experience, equity contribution, transition plan, leverage and security package.
Where FG Capital Advisors Fits
FG Capital Advisors assists buyers by structuring acquisition financing proposals and introducing transactions to lenders capable of supporting business purchase financing.
Capital Structure Design
Debt sizing and layering that fits lender mandates and leaves a workable balance sheet.
Financial Modeling
Acquisition financing models that support lender underwriting and term sheet negotiations.
Lender Introductions
Targeted outreach to banks and private credit providers active in acquisition lending.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of funding are commonly used to buy a business?
Common sources include senior acquisition loans, mezzanine or subordinated debt, seller financing, buyer or sponsor equity, and in some cases unitranche or private credit facilities. The mix depends on cash flow, size and equity available.
What do lenders look at in an acquisition financing?
Lenders primarily evaluate the target’s historical and projected cash flow, debt service coverage, industry stability, management quality, equity contribution and overall capital structure.
Does FG Capital Advisors lend money for acquisitions?
No. FG Capital Advisors provides advisory and capital placement services only. Financing is arranged through third-party lenders and financial institutions.
What deal sizes do you typically support?
Mandates typically involve enterprise values from around USD 10 million into the low hundreds of millions, where debt funding is meaningful and specialist advisory is justified.
Structure Your Acquisition Funding
If you have identified a target and need funding to complete the acquisition, submit your transaction details for review.
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