Business Acquisition Loans
How To Deliver Unreasonable Value with M&A Advisor Tim Malott | Ep. 11 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast
In this episode, Tim Malott, a seasoned M&A Advisor and Investment Banker, reflects on his journey from CPA and Bank President to Managing Partner of Shoreline Partners. With over 30 years of experience, Tim shares his approach to problem-solving, the nuances of selling privately held companies, and his commitment to creating an unreasonable value for …
SBA Loan Legal Closing Process with Attorney Scott Oliver | Ep. 10 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast
Join Ryan Smith, Principal and Founder of ThinkSBA and Attorney Scott Oliver with Lewis & Kappes as they delve into the intricacies of the SBA loan legal closing process, recent SOP changes, and the crucial role lender legal counsel plays in ensuring lender compliance. Gain valuable insights into Landlord Lien Waiver and Collateral Access Agreement, …
SBA 7(a) Pari Passu Lending To Acquire A Business With Bruce Marks | Ep. 9 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast
Bruce Marks has made a career out of mastering lower middle market business acquisition financing by leveraging the SBA 7(a) loan program coupled with a Pari Passu conventional loan for loan requests that exceed the SBA’s $5 Million borrowing limit. In this Episode Bruce pulls back the curtain revealing how to structure a Pari Passu …
SBA Loan Default Insights And Strategies with John Homan | Ep. 8 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast
Join Ryan Smith, Principal and Founder of ThinkSBA, as he sits down with John Homan, esteemed SBA Loan Workout Specialist. John shares valuable insights into the intricacies of SBA loan defaults, including how to avoid defaulting, how lenders respond to non-payment to mitigation strategies. Discover how to safeguard your assets, negotiate settlements, and overcome challenges, …
Mastering Main Street M&A: Legal Tips And Best Practices with Jake Parsley SMB Law Group
In this episode of the My SBA Loan Pro Podcast, our Host Ryan Smith, interviews Jake Parsley, M&A Attorney with the SMB Law Group as he reveals crucial insights into the legal process of Main Street business acquisition transactions. Learn when to engage an attorney, cost considerations, and the significance of the Letter of Intent …
Quality of Earnings Reports With Elliott Holland Owner of Guardian Due Diligence
In this inaugural episode of the My SBA Loan Pro Podcast: Face to Face, Ryan Smith, Principal and Founder of ThinkSBA interviews the King of QoE, Elliott Holland. Elliott is an Ivy League graduate, self-funded searcher, and quality of earnings expert. Elliott’s primary role in serving the SMB Community is to find the hidden skeletons …
SBA Procedural Notice SOP Update 2023
SBA Procedural Notice 2023 The SBA has published updates to the Standard Operating Procedures manual replacing SOP 50 10 6 with SOP 50 10 7. These updates will become effective August 1, 2023. There has been much debate when and how lenders will implement these updates. The short answer is we’ll have to wait and …
Buy Gas Station With An SBA Loan
The future of gas stations in the United States is undergoing significant transformation due to evolving trends and advancements in transportation. With the increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and the push for cleaner energy sources, gas stations are likely to adapt and offer alternative fuel options. We can expect to see the integration of …
Buy a Car Wash With An SBA 7(a) or 504 Loan
If you’re interested in purchasing a car wash with an SBA loan, here are some steps you can take: Purchasing a car wash with an SBA loan can be a complex process, but it can also provide an opportunity to acquire a profitable and established business. Be sure to work with professionals, such as accountants …
SBA 7(a) Business Acquisition Loan Series – Seller Discretionary Earnings
Seller Discretionary Earnings referred to as SDE equals net profit, which is the sum of annual revenue minus expenses, plus add-backs of seller discretionary spending. SDE directly impacts enterprise value, buyers equity injection, loan amount, seller carry amount, and debt service coverage ratio which ultimately determines whether a loan application is approved or declined. Common …
The Benefits of Hiring an SBA Small Business Loan Broker
Navigating the SBA loan program and application process is complicated. For starters, the entire SBA loan program, including borrower eligibility requirements and all policies and procedures, is governed by the SBA’s Standard Operating Procedures Manual also known as the SOP for short. The SOP is a 400 page document filled with industry jargon and references. …