Financely's Transaction Processing Guidelines
Financely provides trade finance, project finance advisory, and commercial debt solutions. Our procedures are built for speed and clarity, ensuring we only work with well-prepared clients who understand and commit to the process. Below is a snapshot of our engagement flow, plus typical timelines for trade and project finance.
1. Initial Inquiry
- Request a Quote: Use the “Request a Quote” button on the relevant service page to get started.
- Further Questions: Check our FAQ or schedule a paid consultation ($250) if you need more info before proceeding.
2. Fees
We charge a $500 USD non-refundable fee for an RFQ, credited toward your final retainer if you proceed. A separate $250 USD fee applies to initial consultations, also credited if you move forward.
3. Proposal Submission
After receiving your RFQ, we work with our banking or lending partners to assess feasibility. We then provide a term sheet outlining fees, retainer amounts, and transaction structure.
4. Agreement & Activation
- Review and sign the term sheet
- Wire the specified retainer fees
- We begin processing your deal after confirming funds
5. Closing
Upon successful completion, we retain our agreed performance fee or equity and transfer the remaining proceeds to you.
Unsuitable Candidates
- No budget allocated for fees
- Seeking free advice or no financial commitment
- Unclear or unstructured transactions with no credible plan
Ideal Client Profile & Why Deals Succeed
- Has a clear, well-prepared transaction
- Financially ready to cover fees
- Understands the need for thorough due diligence & compliance
Deals often succeed when sponsors bring detailed business plans, feasible revenue streams, and remain proactive in addressing lender or investor inquiries. Close collaboration with our advisory team—and timely submission of requested documents—builds trust and keeps the process moving smoothly.
- Borrowers identify working capital needs
- Provide invoices, purchase orders, L/C info
- Platform or lenders review shipping docs
- Assess import/export party risk
- Draft final trade contracts
- Possible syndication to yield-seeking investors
- Release of funds after final checks
- Self-liquidation upon invoice payment or cargo arrival
- Engage project sponsors & advisors
- Collect sponsor track records, feasibility data
- Legal counsel drafts official docs (POS)
- Rating agencies / insurers evaluate credit strength
- Boards or sponsors finalize decisions
- Bonds/notes structured for institutional investors
- Negotiate interest rates
- Confirm principal amounts, close subscriptions
- Funds disbursed, project begins
- Ongoing monitoring, performance checks
Common Deal-Killers & Disclaimers
- Incomplete or inaccurate data from the sponsor
- Exaggerated revenue forecasts without real market basis
- Sponsor hesitancy on retainer fees or compliance requests
- Regulatory/legal red flags discovered during due diligence
Financely is not responsible for collapses stemming from sponsor misrepresentations or unresolvable compliance issues. For more, review our Earnings Disclaimer.
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Financely connects growth-oriented businesses with investors seeking premium opportunities, effectively bridging the gap between capital demand and supply. While we are not a securities broker or dealer, we collaborate with investment banks, legal counsel, and other professionals as needed. We do not offer to buy or sell securities and disclaim liability for capital-raising results.
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Financely Inc. is a corporate finance consulting firm wholly owned by Aurora Bay Trust, a Bahamas-established trust, or its relevant authorized affiliates. Depending on the nature of the transaction, applicable jurisdiction, and regulatory requirements, services may be provided through Financely Group LLC, a non-banking financial company (NBFC) that does not accept deposits from the public, Ashford Capital Advisory LLC, or other affiliated entities as appropriate. We do not operate as a securities broker/dealer. Please review our terms of service to determine if working with Financely Group, Ashford Capital Advisory, or their affiliates is suitable for your specific needs. In the United States, we operate as an
exempt foreign private adviser pursuant to the Dodd-Frank Act, subject to applicable exemptions from certain regulatory requirements. Our services and regulatory status may vary based on the location and nature of the transaction.