Fundraising Support: Raise Investor Capital to Buy a Business
What is fundraising support? Fundraising support from The Exit School helps buyers raise investor capital to fund an acquisition, on its own or alongside an SBA loan. We help you find the story that makes your deal compelling, build and refine your pitch deck, practice until you're ready, and join your investor meetings.
Who it's for
- Buyers who need equity for their down payment or a larger deal, and buyers who have never pitched investors before.
What's included
- A pitch strategy session to define what makes this business and this deal interesting
- A pitch deck template to draft from
- Deck review, edits and final approval by our investor team
- At least 3 practice sessions before you pitch
- A chance to pitch to investors
- Our investor team on your 1:1 investor meetings
How it works
- Pass the go/no-go review with a completed QofE, growth plan and pro forma.
- Meet with our investor team to shape your pitch.
- Draft your deck from our template and refine it with feedback.
- Practice at least three times.
- Pitch, then follow up in 1:1 investor meetings until funding is committed.
Frequently asked questions
How do I raise money to buy a business?
Most buyers combine an SBA loan with equity from investors, a seller note, or both. Investors want to see verified earnings, a clear growth plan and a buyer they trust.
What goes in a pitch deck for a business acquisition?
The business and its numbers, why it's a good deal, your growth plan, the deal structure, how investors get paid back, and why you're the right operator.
Do investors count toward the SBA equity injection?
They can, within SBA rules. Investors who own 20% or more of the business must generally personally guarantee the loan. Confirm with your lender.