The Basics of Business Acquisition Financing: Lindsay Denton

In this episode of What's Your Deal?, Matt sits down with Lindsay Denton, a seasoned transaction director, to break down the basics of successfully financing a business acquisition.

Lindsay dives into the details of navigating SBA loans, choosing the right lender, and preparing your financial landscape to secure funding. She also shares real-life examples of unexpected financing roadblocks — and how to overcome them.

Whether you're buying your first business or scaling your portfolio, this episode offers practical insights to ensure your deal gets to the finish line.

Timestamps

[00:00] Welcome & Introduction

 

[01:02] Financing Real Estate vs. Businesses

 

[02:10] Uncovering buyer "baggage" before lenders do

 

[02:57] Choosing the right lender

 

[04:44] The different types of SBA lenders

 

[05:26]  What makes one lender better than another

 

[07:33] Why PLP lenders

 

[12:30] Mistakes to avoid when preparing for financing

 

[16:10] Why transparency with lenders is crucial

 

[20:15] The difference between a Transaction Director and a Loan Broker

 

[26:30] Real-life deal challenges 

 

[28:06] Lindsay's most challenging transaction 

 

[35:52] Who made a difference in Lindsay's career journey

 

 

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