Financial due diligence and business acquisitions
7 mins
We can assist you with raising finance, whether it is debt or equity, at whatever stage of your business life cycle.
Our Raising Finance Service
Our Raising Finance Service
Often SMEs’ biggest hindrance to growth is obtaining the finance it requires. We can help you by advising on raising debt and equity for your business, from startup capital for a new venture or funding for a potential acquisition.
We can assist clients with the preparation of forecasts, business plans, company valuation, negotiations with potential funders and advise on taxation implications. We also obtain advance assurance of qualification for venture capital relief from HMRC.
We have many connections with banks, private equity and venture capital funds, asset-based lenders and alternative funders including a mix of crowd funding platforms.
Ultimately, our team is able to provide support across strategy development, documentation preparation, stakeholder introductions, and negotiation processes.
If you are also looking to renew or re-arrange your banking arrangements, we can assist you by ensuring you are getting the best value from your facilities provider.
Frequently asked questions
- What types of corporate finance can I raise?
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Debt and equity are the headline categories, but there are many subsets beneath each.
- What is the difference between debt and equity finance?
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Debt is to be repaid usually within a certain timeframe, whilst equity finance, even though it involves the selling of a stake in the company will typically include an element of debt as well.
- How do I prepare to raise finance?
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Prepare a business plan or pitch deck for equity finance, whereas for debt funders a light information memorandum and integrated profit and loss (P&L) statement, balance sheet and cashflow forecasts are typically required.
- What are lenders/investors looking for when raising finance for a business?
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Strong management, growth potential (for equity funders), and financial stability.
- How long does it take to raise finance?
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Raising finance usually takes between two to six months, depending on the type and source.
- Can I raise finance for a startup business?
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Yes, you can raise finance for a startup business through angel investors, venture capital, or grants.
- What is mezzanine finance?
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Mezzanine finance is a hybrid of debt and equity, often used in high growth or early-stage opportunities.
Raising Finance Specialists
Kevin Paget >
Director, Head of Deal Advisory
Why work with us?
We provide practical, business focused advice to help you achieve your business objectives. Our team of experts are available at any one of our four office locations and have an extensive knowledge and experience across a wide range of sectors.
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AccessibilityFour offices in London, St Albans, Rickmansworth, and Milton Keynes
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Cross-Team ExpertiseJoined-up advice across all services, including Restructuring and Corporate and Business Tax
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Sector KnowledgeFood and agriculture, manufacturing, construction, logistics, technology and business services
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Industry RecognitionShortlisted as Corporate Finance Advisory Firm of the Year, Deal Makers awards
Selection of recent transactions
Click below for details of a selection of deals and transactions for which we have advised which demonstrate our breadth of experience and credentials within the corporate finance team
Recent transactions >
