David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMB
2025 LIVE Q and A with David C Barnett
Apr 14, 2025
A live Q&A session dives into pressing issues facing small businesses today. Discussions include the impact of Canadian elections on business, strategies for financing deals, and navigating debt refinancing. The importance of cash flow management is highlighted, along with the role of family offices in financing acquisitions. Insights on valuing businesses emphasize the need for cash flow over speculation, while private debt lenders' influence on mid-market financing becomes a focal point. Engaging audience participation adds to the lively exchange of ideas.
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- Financing for business acquisitions is challenging in uncertain climates, requiring a two-year track record for securing further loans.
- Political events like elections can significantly affect business operations, influencing economic policies that impact capital availability and reinvestment strategies.
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Navigating Uncertainty in Business Financing
Obtaining financing for business acquisitions can be particularly challenging in uncertain economic climates, as lenders often hesitate to invest in inexperienced operators. Once a business is purchased, the new owner's status shifts to that of a novice operator, complicating future lending opportunities. This shift necessitates a two-year period where the new owner must build a track record to secure further financing. Examples illustrate how potential buyers in Australia secured unique financing terms based on an individual's future operational performance, highlighting the importance of a solid burnishing of one’s creditworthiness.
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