Raising Capital for Your Business: Strategies & How a Capital Raising Advisor Adds Value
Raising Capital for Your Business: Strategies & How a Capital Raising Advisor Adds Value
To raise capital for a business, define your funding need, choose the right method (debt, equity, or hybrid), prepare solid financials, and pitch qualified investors or lenders. Working with a capital raising advisor increases your chances of success.
Raising capital isn’t just about asking for money—it’s about positioning your business correctly and finding the right partner for your growth. Whether you're expanding operations, funding a project, or securing working capital, having the right strategy is critical. And in most cases, having an advisor can make the difference between “maybe” and “yes.”
Capital Raising Options
- Bank Loans: Traditional debt financing, often slow and rigid
- Private Credit: Non-bank loans tailored to your deal structure
- Equity: Raise capital by giving up shares to private investors or funds
- Mezzanine Financing: Hybrid instruments that combine features of debt and equity
- Trade Finance: Raise funds based on purchase orders or export contracts
The Capital Raising Process (Step-by-Step)
- Assess your needs: Know how much you need, for what, and when.
- Choose your path: Debt, equity, or hybrid? Each has trade-offs.
- Prepare documentation: Financials, forecasts, business plan, term sheet.
- Source the capital: Approach vetted investors or lenders who fund your type of deal.
- Negotiate: Terms matter—rates, repayment, dilution, covenants.
- Close: Finalize legal documents and receive funds.
When a Capital Raising Advisor Adds Value
- You don’t know what kind of capital you should raise
- You don’t have a clean or compelling investor deck
- You don’t have direct access to serious capital providers
- You want help negotiating terms or structuring the deal
Why Financely?
We help businesses raise capital without wasting time. Whether you need a $2M credit facility or $50M in structured equity, we organize your documents, structure your deal, and introduce you to capital providers who fund serious opportunities.
Need to Raise Capital for Growth or a Project?
We help you build the strategy, the file, and the path to closing. No fluff. Just funding.
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Submit Your Deal & Receive a Proposal Within 1-3 Working Days
Submit your deal using our secure intake form, and receive a quote within 1-3 business days. Existing clients can connect with their relationship manager through our secure web portal.
All submissions are
promptly reviewed, and all communications are conducted through the intake form or the client portal for a seamless and secure process.
Thank you for considering working with us. A nominal fee of US$500 is required upon completion of each form. This fee covers the time and effort we invest in reviewing your submission and crafting a thorough proposal. We receive numerous inquiries and prioritize those that carry this fee, ensuring serious applicants receive prompt attention.
Trade Finance
Tap into solutions like letters of credit, bank guarantees, and payment facilitation. We address the challenge of global transaction risk through structured strategies that foster cross-border growth. Complete the form to unlock streamlined funding aligned with your commercial objectives.
Submit a RequestProject Finance
Access non-recourse funding for infrastructure, renewable energy, or other capital-intensive ventures. We mitigate capital constraints by isolating project assets and focusing on risk management. Provide your details to receive a structure that drives growth and maximizes returns.
Submit a RequestAcquisitions
Secure financing for business or real estate acquisitions. We ease transaction hurdles by reviewing cash flow, synergy opportunities, and exit plans. Complete the form for a customized proposal that supports your strategic investment objectives.
Submit a RequestFor Banks
Financely assists banks facing Basel III pressures by distributing trade finance deals and providing collateral for letters of credit. We reduce capital burdens while preserving client relationships and fostering service expansion. Submit your request to optimize your trade finance offerings.
Submit a RequestOnce we receive your submission, our team will review your information to determine feasibility. If eligible, you will receive a proposal or term sheet within 1–3 business days. Visit our FAQ and Procedure pages for more information.
Disclaimer: Financely provides financing based on due diligence and feasibility. Approval is not guaranteed, and past performance does not predict future outcomes. All terms are subject to review. Financely primarily assists with structuring and distribution. Qualified parties carry out the project if the client approves the proposal.
