"Interestingly, koi, when put in a fish bowl, will only grow up to three inches. When this same fish is placed in a large tank, it will grow to about nine inches long. In a pond koi can reach lengths of eighteen inches. Amazingly, when placed in a lake, koi can grow to three feet long. The metaphor is obvious. You are limited by how you see the world."
-- Vince Poscente

Friday, January 21, 2011

How to Finance an Acquisition

The credit crunch has led to an increase in seller financing, asset-based lending and alternative sources of capital for buyers.

By Carolyn Brown
Inc.com, Jan 2011

In pursuing an acquisition there are always key items to consider such as the continued growth opportunity provided by the target company, purchase price, and financing terms. Many acquisitions fail due to these priorities not being in line, say M&A experts. For instance, a common mistake buyers make is to focus on an attractive purchase price, rather than the strategic importance of the company's present and future growth plans.

Securing capital and the best financing terms for an acquisition can be daunting and challenging. The sub-prime lending crisis and sluggish economy over the past 24 months has created huge changes in our financial system.

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