Overview
Acquisition loans fund the purchase of an operating business, covering the price of assets, goodwill, inventory, and sometimes working capital for the transition period. As a broker, we place your file with SBA 7(a) lenders for long-term, lower-down-payment options, or with bridge loan providers when speed and flexibility outweigh rate. Franchise acquisition financing follows similar mechanics but adds brand-specific requirements. The best business acquisition loans align repayment terms with the target company's cash flow and your equity contribution, usually 10-30% of the purchase price.
Lenders evaluate your management experience, personal credit (typically 680+), liquidity for the down payment, and the target business's financial performance over the prior three years. If you're buying a competitor or entering a new vertical, industry knowledge carries weight. Small business acquisition loans require tax returns, profit-and-loss statements, and a balance sheet from the seller, plus your personal financial statement and a business plan explaining post-acquisition strategy. Brokers like Canyon Lending Group pre-screen these documents before submission, reducing back-and-forth and improving approval odds without fabricating any guarantees.
McKinney buyers use acquisition financing to purchase HVAC contractors serving the Stonebridge Ranch and Adriatica developments, dental practices with established patient panels, and manufacturing shops near the Highway 5 and 380 interchange. One recent scenario involved a buyer targeting a family-owned machine shop east of downtown. The seller wanted a quick close, so we brokered a bridge loan for business acquisition to lock the deal, then refinanced into an SBA 7(a) term loan six months later once the ownership transition stabilized. No fabricated numbers, just patient structuring that honored both parties' timelines.
Explore our full suite of commercial business loans in McKinney or review SBA 7(a) loans for lower down payments. We also broker equipment financing when machinery comprises a large share of the purchase price, and working capital loans to fund post-close operations. Our service areas extend to Fairview, Prosper, Allen, and Princeton.
How it works
Start with a phone call to (972) 357-1128. We'll review the target business's financials, discuss your equity position, and outline which acquisition loan programs fit your timeline. Expect to provide three years of seller tax returns, a purchase agreement or letter of intent, and your resume. We submit your package to multiple acquisition financing lenders simultaneously, negotiate terms, and coordinate due diligence. Because we're a broker, you gain access to SBA preferred lenders, regional banks, and private credit funds without shopping your file yourself.
Serving the McKinney area

We know which lenders fund which kinds of McKinney businesses, and we position your file where it fits.
One local broker, many lenders, and no cost to apply.
Common questions
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