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In 2004 I founded 7 PARK AVENUE FINANCIAL. At that time I had spent all my working life, at that time - Over 30 years in Commercial credit and lending and Canadian business financing. I believe the commercial lending landscape has drastically changed in Canada. I believe a void exists for business owners and finance managers for companies, large and small who want service, creativity, and alternatives.
Every day we strive to consistently deliver business financing that you feel meets the needs of your business. If you believe as we do that financing solutions and alternatives exist for your firm we want to talk to you. Our purpose is simple: we want to deliver the best business finance solutions for your company.
Tuesday, March 18, 2014
SR ED Tax Credit Financing In Canada Solves A Problem : Here’s How A SRED Loan Does That
SR&ED Tax Credit Financing - 5 Things You Need To Know
OVERVIEW – Information on SR ED tax credit financing in Canada . Demystifying cash flowing your SRED claim – its not as complicated as you might think . A SRED loan monetizes tax credits and provides valuable cash flow and working capital to your business
SR&ED Tax Credit Financing allows the Canadian business owner and financial manager to take advantage of Canada’s SR&ED (also pronounced sred) program for tax credits. The most obvious benefit of this program is that monies advanced to your firm are in the form of a non repayable grant. We tell clients you can’t get any closer to the concept of ‘free money’ in Canadian business that the SRED program.
Did you also know that you can turn that ‘grant receivable’ into a sred loan as soon as you file your claim – in fact in some cases with the right information you can generate funds even before you file!
Let’s explore 5 Key Things you need to know about SRED Finance
1. It’s a specialized finance – more on that later
2. If you have a claim you can finance a claim – it’s as simple as that
3. You can generate approximately 70% of the total value of your sred claim (combined federal and provincial portions) as immediate cash flow under a Sr&Ed financing or a sred factoring scenario
4. The time to complete a sred financing is usually three to four weeks – the sooner you start and plan the better
5. SR&ED Tax credit financing does not add debt to your balance sheet – your financing is collateralized by the sred itself
Let’s clarify all those additional points in more detail so you can be well equipped and informed to consider a sred financing.
A sred loan is clearly something that anyone outside of the sred environment hasn’t even heard of - and for the portion of Canadian business that does take advantage of sred claims we can assure you a good portion of that business population doesn’t even know you can finance of ‘ discount ‘ your claims . It’s more or less like selling a receivable that is due your firm –you are simply receiving the cash now.
In Point # 1 we talked about sred finance being specialized – you should clearly seek out and speak to a sred business financing advisor. That will allow you to understand the basics, determine how much you can receive based on claim value, and work through a basic application to get your transaction financing.
A Sred loan should be really just viewed the same as any other business financing – getting back the usual application forms and our clients quickly understand that the essence of the financing doesn’t necessarily revolve around rations, covenants, outside collateral , etc, but in fact focuses on one item –your Sr&Ed claim itself .
Point # 2 revolves around the financing of your actual claim. Any claim is financeable, but we caution client that this type of financing makes more sense when it involves a claim in excess of $ 200,000.00 – That should not deter smaller recipients, small claims can be filed, but in reality they make less economic sense for the lender .
In Point #3 we referenced 70% as a guideline for most of sred financing in Canada. So what about that other 30% - lets clarify that. Your firm is advance 70% of the claim on filing – the other 30% of course still belongs to you. That amount is more or less viewed as a ‘holdback’ which helps carry some of the financing costs, and also covers off any possible downward adjustments that Ottawa might make on our claim adjudication. As SRED participants know your claim is viewed from both a financial and technological point of view.
Point # 4 involves of course the favorite questions of most clients - how soon can we get the funding?! As we stated, with your full co operation on providing copies of your claim, info on who prepared it, as well as basis business financing application criteria, you can receive funds in two to three weeks. Most firms are pleased to know that sred financing in Canada does not involve ‘payments ‘on the loan.
Point # 5 - In some ways the term Sr&Ed loan is a misnomer because it is really the factoring or monetization of your Sr&Ed receivable .Therefore you simply receive the funds and financing costs are deducted from the back end when Ottawa processes your claim and cheque.
As we have already stated the sred tax credit financing does not impact your financial statements, other than of course allowing you to put to use valuable cash flow and working capital as a result of the financing.
Consider a sr&ed tax credit financing when it makes sense to access additional working capital and cash flow and when you don’t want to wait for your funds over a long period of time! Seek out and speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business Financing Advisor with a track record of success who can assist you in monetizing tax credit claims under this popular program that generates billions for your competitors .. and hopefully your firm!
Stan Prokop - 7 Park Avenue Financial :
http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com
Business financing for Canadian Firms , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing , Equipment Leasing , franchise finance and Cdn. Tax Credit Finance . Founded 2004 - Completed in excess of 90 Million $ of financing for Canadian corporations . Info /Contact :
7 Park Avenue Financial = Canadian Tax Credit Loan Expertise !
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Email = sprokop@7parkavenuefinancial.com
' Canadian Business Financing with the intelligent use of experience '
Stan Prokop
Monday, March 17, 2014
A SRED Financing And A Film Media Tax Credit Incentive Loan Shouldn’t Be A Mystery
A Front Row Seat To SR&ED And Film Tax Credit Finance Loans In Canada
OVERVIEW – Information on SR&ED and film media tax credit incentive finance in Canada . Whether its recovering cash flow from r&d capital, of financing a media project claimants can accelerate cash flow by financing credits under these two robust programs
SR&ED financing , as well as a film media tax credit incentive loan continue to be a mystery to many successful applicants of both of these two programs. So who wouldn't appreciate a ‘front row seat ' when it comes to monetizing both of these claims?
Let's take a look at the ' SRED ' program first, and then we'll move on to media tax credits. For the thousands of firms who claim R&D tax credits in Canada the last couple years have been somewhat ' tumultuous', and that’s a bit of an understatement. And that’s for the applicants themselves, let alone the tax accountants and the SR&ED consultants who prepare these claims on behalf of clients.
We're reminded of the cliché ' do you want the good news or the bad news 'as it seems appropriate here. From a ' bad ' news perspective some of the actual per cent age credit amounts came down, capital expenditures were eliminated, and the claim preparers were forced to disclose their fees as well as identify themselves. The 'goods news' could basically best be summarized as a simplified application process.
While it would appear the govt will save well over a billion dollars in payments to claimants that’s little consolation to the SME (small to medium sized entities) sector which relies on cash refunds on research to further growth/competitiveness, etc.
Having said all that, on average successful claimants can in fact still recoup about 30% of their research spent.
Successful claims prepared by qualified SR&ED consultants still force firms to be in the 'waiting line' when it comes to the approval and auditing of their claim . That’s when financing your claim just might make the most sense!
MEDIA TAX CREDITS - (Film/Television/Animation)
When it comes to the film media tax credit incentive programs things are a bit more exciting! Canadian provinces seem more excited, and interested in further developing the cache around ' HOLLYWOOD NORTH '.
A tremendous amount of time is spent by producers/owners getting financing together for a project. Tax credits in any of our aforementioned genres more often than not help leverage the other financing that is required for projects. Those financings include debt, equity, gap, pre-sales, etc,etc,etc.
Many projects are in fact ' co productions' with other countries such as the U.S. These days ' visual effects' are a large part of most budgets , and a lot of the costs associated with technology in that area can be financed by the tax credit program of the particular province in combination with the federal govt.
In fact animation/effects is probably the fast growing segment of the industry and Canada has the talent base, complemented by the tax credit program, to address that challenge.
Financing a ‘SRED’ or film media tax credit incentive is remarkably similar and straight forward. Claims financing is typically structured as a bridge loan, with an advance made against the combined provincial and federal credits. Even more exciting these days is the ability to finance claims that have not been formally filed - talk about a cash flow win!
Financing is closed and completed when Ottawa and the province you've filed under approve and refund the claim. Financing simply eliminate the wait and allows you to complete a project, or start the next one!
Don't let tax credit finance be a mystery when it comes to R&D capital recovery, of the financing of a Media tax credit in film. tv and Fx. Get a front row seat by seeking out and speaking to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business Financing Advisor with a track record of success who can assist you with your bridge loan needs under either of these two programs.
Stan Prokop - 7 Park Avenue Financial :
http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com
Business financing for Canadian Firms , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing , Equipment Leasing , franchise finance and Cdn. Tax Credit Finance . Founded 2004 - Completed in excess of 90 Million $ of financing for Canadian corporations . Info /Contact :
7 Park Avenue Financial = Canadian Tax Credit Finance Expertise – ‘ SRED ‘ ‘ FILM ‘ !
Stan Prokop
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Office = 905 829 2653
Email = sprokop@7parkavenuefinancial.com
Stan Prokop
Friday, March 14, 2014
Franchise Financing In Canada : Funding Franchises Shouldn’t Be Hard
Engineering the right Franchise Financing Loan In Canada
OVERVIEW – Information on franchise financing solutions in Canada. Funding franchises successfully is dependant on a number of key factors
Funding franchises in Canada shouldn't be difficult, but for many... it is. Let's look at the right way to approach franchise financing in Canada, which by the way includes simply the right information and the proper assistance. Let's dig in.
After the potential franchisee has spent a significant amount of time in seeking out the right franchise opportunity it’s critical to engage your franchisor in the right discussion around financing requirements. While they directly don't finance your new business they can often provide both guidance and direction on how franchises in their system are in fact financed.
In Canada some of our chartered banks do in fact have ' programs' in place with large franchisors that have significant ' branding ‘. (Think donuts/hockey player and clowns/burgers as an example!) . It's these types of relationships that can often help a large financing challenge become easier.
More often than not though, as much as he or she doesn't want to be, the franchisee is in fact on their own. So if they don't have the expertise to understand the lender landscape in Canada they are somewhat doomed to failure.
For any type of business financing in Canada its all about criteria, understanding, and meeting! Being armed with the right information required by a lender will get the ball rolling. That information typically is a solid business plan/executive summary, a financial road map that includes an opening balance sheet and cash flow projections, as well as the usual information around the owners financial worth and credit history, etc. 99.99% of franchisees incorporate their business, or buy an incorporated business, so some of those details need to be attended to also.
The lending landscape for franchising in Canada, unlike the U.S., can hardly be called ' robust. If you are dealing with a ' specialized' franchise lender the solid alternative is utilizing the Canadian govt SBL loan. It funds a lot of new businesses in Canada, and the franchise industry here has found it’s well suited for business funding. It's the Canadian equivalent of the ' SBA ' program.
Key aspects of the SBL program in Canada include, but are not limited to:
Limited personal guarantee
Competitive start up pricing on financing
Ability to finance assets as well as leaseholds
Solid structures including 5-7 year typical amortizations
Some potential franchisees might think that they might receive assistance around the actual final price as agreed to by you and the franchisor. This is NOT the case.
Additionally many entrepreneurs choose to buy an existing franchise for a variety of reasons. Here again the actual value of the franchise being purchase must be determined by yourself and the seller. As a general rule franchises in certain industry segments are sold and valued as a % of the actual sales revenue. For example an existing automotive transmission business typically might be valued at 40 - 50% of actual annual sales revenue. A QSR (quick serve restaurant) might typically go for 30% of actual revenues being achieved. Suffice to say many other factors should be considered when valuing and financing an existing franchise.
In financing a franchise in the Canadian marketplaces you should focus on size of investment required, break even analysis on sales, expected income for the owner, and ultimately whether the opportunity is a good ' Return on Investment '.
In Canada in certain cases even franchisors themselves will need financing of some sort. Here issues such as # of corporate/franchise locations, gross chain revenues, and exit or repayment strategies must be on the table.
If you are looking for the right way to ' engineer' franchise funding in Canada seek out and speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor who can assist you with your franchise financing needs.
Stan Prokop - 7 Park Avenue Financial :
http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com
Business financing for Canadian Firms , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing , Equipment Leasing , franchise finance and Cdn. Tax Credit Finance . Founded 2004 - Completed in excess of 90 Million $ of financing for Canadian corporations . Info /Contact :
7 Park Avenue Financial = Canadian franchise financing expertise!
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South Sheridan Executive Centre
2910 South Sheridan Way
Suite 301
Oakville, Ontario
L6J 7J8
Direct Line = 416 319 5769
Office = 905 829 2653
Email = sprokop@7parkavenuefinancial.com
' Canadian Business Financing with the intelligent use of experience '
Stan Prokop
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Business Alternative Lending Solutions : Don’t Get Left Behind On Finance Alternatives
The Middle Path In Canadian Business Financing
OVERVIEW – Information on business alternative lending in Canada . Finance alternatives available to Canadian business owners are more attainable than you think
Finance alternatives in Canada often require the Canadian business owner/financial manager taking the ' middle ground. Traditional finance solutions are, unfortunately, not available to everyone - that means business alternative lending of some type must often be considered, hence the 'middle ground'... so let's dig in.
It really comes down to how you look at the issue - one expert suggests that it's not a ' one size fits all' scenario when it comes to bringing in either debt or operating capital to your business.. That's of course how a business is financed - bringing new debt to the balance sheet or financing assets you already have, in effect monetizing them for working capital.
So it's obvious that a better way to look at it is to ensure you have considered all the options under various scenarios, it is not a question of simply thinking you are some what forced into a particular finance solution.
A good example might be considering a Government SBL loan for the addition of assets or leaseholds to your business, or even to start a business from scratch, including a franchise operation of some sort. While a Canadian chartered bank on its own might refuse to consider such financings in your circumstances you might be pleasantly surprised that they will finance your project under the auspices of the SBL loan.
Many clients we talk to are often happy to consider business alternative lending if only to save time and management focus given that traditional bank type solutions might take many weeks or months to finalize. Trust us, ' it’s a process'!
You should of course consider all financing options, which might well include a bank financing of some sort.- just be forewarned that the financial history of your business, your length of time in business, and your cash flows and profits will come under scrutiny. All of those must align.
While business alternative lending sources might have a lower threshold level of criteria they typically therefore have higher rates - not all the time but 99% of the time. We feel that the best way to look at that situation is to ensure you are viewing alternative finance as a short term solution, typically a year or so. That allows your business to get all the capital it needs but not lock your business into a situation you cannot get out of.
And what are those alternate finance sources? You’d be surprise at the number of choices - They include:
Invoice Financing
Confidential Receivable Financing Facilities
Inventory finance
Non bank asset based lines of credit
Securitization
PO / Supply chain finance
Sale leasebacks
Bridge loans
If you want to be able to assess the ‘ middle ground ‘ in Canadian business financing seek out and speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor who can assist you in ensuring you’re not left behind in finance solutions for your company .
Stan Prokop - 7 Park Avenue Financial :
http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com
Business financing for Canadian Firms , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing , Equipment Leasing , franchise finance and Cdn. Tax Credit Finance . Founded 2004 - Completed in excess of 90 Million $ of financing for Canadian corporations . Info /Contact :
7 Park Avenue Financial = Canadian Alternative Finance Expertise !
Have A Question /Comment On Our Blog Or Canadian Business Financing Alternatives ?
CONTACT:
7 Park Avenue Financial
South Sheridan Executive Centre
2910 South Sheridan Way
Suite 301
Oakville, Ontario
L6J 7J8
Direct Line = 416 319 5769
Office = 905 829 2653
Email = sprokop@7parkavenuefinancial.com
' Canadian Business Financing with the intelligent use of experience '
Stan Prokop
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Financing Cash Flow : A Fresh Look At Managing Working Capital
Behind The Scenes In Cash Flow Finance Solutions
OVERVIEW – Information on solutions for financing cash flow in Canadian business . Managing working capital is all about assets and solutions
Managing working capital and financing cash flow needs , like other aspects of business , often needs a ' fresh look ' when it comes to addressing the operating and growth needs. Let's dig in.
While a surplus in cash might always be the goal the bottom line for the majority of businesses in the SME (small to medium enterprise) sector the actual reality is that it’s a working capital shortage that is more often than not the challenge.
How the business owner / financial manager deals with that can often be the deciding factor as to whether you're winning or losing n Canadian business.
What business person doesnt relish the thought of putting capital to work to grow more sales and profits, right?
The worst case , of course , in both not managing your working capital, or being unable to access alternative or traditional financing is of course total business failure . While we're the first to espouse ' alternative ' business financing solutions we're also the first to point out that even alternative financing solutions can be extended if your firm is perceived to be in a death spiral.
What then are some of the positive uses of managing working capital and have access to more cash? They include:
Expanding your business into new product or service areas
Being able to take out more funds for shareholders with the expense of a hit to your financials
Improving relations with suppliers and key vendors
Reducing debt and lowering financing costs
How then do owners/ financial managers address cash flow issues? While the most common is a Canadian chartered bank overdraft facility there are numerous other ways to access cash flow and finance assets. They include:
A/R financing
Asset based lines of credit (they monetize receivables, inventory and fixed assets all into one facility
Inventory finance
Tax credit monetization
Securitization
Sale leaseback
Working capital term loans
While bank financing is the ' go to ' solutions for almost everyone, ' go to' is often impossible if your firm can't meet bank criteria for lending.
Remember that with the exception of working capital term loans all the solutions we have referenced simply monetize assets and allow you to cash flow assets, with no new additional debt coming onto the balance sheet.
A/R financing is often the most comment and logical solution to working capital finance. That's because next to actual cash on hand that you have in the bank it’s the closest asset to cash that you have!
Our recommended solution to clients in this area is the CONFIDENTIAL RECEIVABLE FINANCING solutions. It allows you to bill and collect your own accounts and receive advances of 90% of all sales you generate into your business ledgers. And by the way, its your call as owner or manager to access how much you need and when ; similar to a bank facility you of courser only pay for what you are using , so it makes more sense than ever to manage your receivables efficiently .
If you're looking for that ' new way ' to address the problem of accessing cash to run your business seek out and speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor who can take you behind the scenes in real world finance solutions.
Stan Prokop - 7 Park Avenue Financial :
http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com
Business financing for Canadian Firms , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing , Equipment Leasing , franchise finance and Cdn. Tax Credit Finance . Founded 2004 - Completed in excess of 90 Million $ of financing for Canadian corporations . Info /Contact :
7 Park Avenue Financial = Canadian Cash Flow Financing Expertise !
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7 Park Avenue Financial
South Sheridan Executive Centre
2910 South Sheridan Way
Suite 301
Oakville, Ontario
L6J 7J8
Direct Line = 416 319 5769
Office = 905 829 2653
Email = sprokop@7parkavenuefinancial.com
' Canadian Business Financing with the intelligent use of experience '
Stan Prokop
Monday, March 10, 2014
Options For Commercial Business Financing In Canada Provide A Competitive Edge
Do Business Finance Options Allow You To Wreak Havoc With Competition ?
OVERVIEW – Information on commercial finance choices in Canada . Options for business financing are essential for growth and profits
Options for business financing , executed properly often give the Canadian business owner and financial manager the ability to ' wreak havoc' with the competition, a feeling all businesses probably want to relish. Knowing the commercial financing choices you have available to wreak that havoc is key. Let's dig in.
Just knowing some solid info on how your competition operates can often lead you to financing choices as they relate to the size of your firm, how fast you can grow, the maximum profits you can achieve, and understanding the overall credit profile of clients in your sector .
In some cases also your ability to achieve growth from a merger or acquisition is totally dependent on financing solutions that can make that happen.
In recent times we've learned the hard way that its not just about getting a ' deal ‘, more often than not in the SME sector its simply knowing that somewhere out there is either a traditional, or ' alternative ' finance option for your business.
Lenders, investors, even competitors who know a bit about your firm will often spend significant time on how certain relationships of items on your balance sheet and income statement will show your strength or weakness . Firms with a large amount of debt quickly run into two tricky situations:
1. They are vulnerable to a downward spiral of sales and profits
2. They find that access to traditional bank type financing all but disappears
It goes without saying that if you have your financial house in order your financial strength and access to financing provide a solid bridge to sales revenue growth, cash flow, and profits.
Top experts tell us that a recommended way to address options of financing revolves around two key areas:
1. The amount of funds you need and how you will use them
2. Knowing ( and buying into ) what stage of life your business is in - as that ' stage ' dramatically affects type , cost and structure of financing you need.
As we have offered in the past you are in 1 of 4 different ' stages' of business existence - Simply speaking: startup, early growth, middle market SME, and large cap mature
While the following options are all available to Canadian business:
Going public
Mezzanine financing
Govt SBL loans
Tax Credit Monetization (SR&ED, etc)
Bank lines of credit
Bridge loan
Sale Leasebacks
Non Bank asset based lines of credit
Equipment financing
A/R financing
Inventory finance
PO/Supply chain finance
It’s important to note that some are either unavailable, or even inappropriate for the size, nature and stage of your business.
The right business finance options will always allow you to strategically position your company ahead of the competition; in effect wreak your own style of ' havoc' with the competition.
Seek out and speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business Financing Advisor with a track record of success who can assist you in positive havoc creation as it relates to finance choices!
Stan Prokop - 7 Park Avenue Financial :
http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com
Business financing for Canadian Firms , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing , Equipment Leasing , franchise finance and Cdn. Tax Credit Finance . Founded 2004 - Completed in excess of 90 Million $ of financing for Canadian corporations . Info /Contact :
7 Park Avenue Financial = Canadian Business Finance Options Expertise
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South Sheridan Executive Centre
2910 South Sheridan Way
Suite 301
Oakville, Ontario
L6J 7J8
Direct Line = 416 319 5769
Office = 905 829 2653
Email = sprokop@7parkavenuefinancial.com
' Canadian Business Financing with the intelligent use of experience '
Stan Prokop
Sr Ed R and D Financing And Film Finance Credit Bridge Loans Are Cash Flow Power : Here’s How
Drawing A Blank On Tax Credit Financing In Canada?
R&D And SR&ED Bridge Loans And Media Tax Credits
OVERVIEW – Information on sr&ed and film finance credit finance solutions. SR ED bridge loan r and d financing and media tax credits provide solid cash flow solutions
SR ED R&D financing , as well as the film finance credit often has some clients we meet ' drawing a blank' when it comes to how to monetize either one of these two significant programs.
The reality is that either tax credit provides significant cash flow power, and the ability to finance you credits either before, or after they are filed represents your ability to beat the 'waiting game’ as it pertains to the government approving, and processing your refund chq. Let's dig in.
The SR&ED program, for those who follow or have a vested interest in it has been turned upside down and inside out in the last year or two. It got to the point where the govt did what they do well (?), which is commissioning a report on the validity and benefits of the program to the govt and claimants.
Given that the government provides funds for these two programs in the Billions of dollars it's no surprise the R&D credit program came under significant scrutiny. Since the thousands of claimants under the program are in the SME (small / medium enterprise) sector they have become significantly dependent on the program the changes out of the government study (‘The Jenkins Report') were fairly dramatic, both positive and negative. They included:
Significant emphasis on the real government ' pay back' on the program
Simplification of the application process
Elimination of certain of the credits under the program - i.e. capital expenditures (The main deductions center around payroll and contractor expenses)
Strong focus on who exactly is preparing the claims (aka ' Sred Consultants') and how compensation is charged
The program is primarily for private firms and doesnt discriminate when it comes to industry, geographical location,
FILM TAX CREDIT FINANCING:
While some might say the SR&ED program doesnt maximize Canadian investment in research the converse is probably true when it comes to the film finance credit. (Film finance credits include movies, TV, animation and digital effects) The ' Hollywood North' nickname for Canada didn’t come by chance; hundreds of productions have been filmed or produced here because of the tax credit investment climate.
The three largest cities, Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal all have booming media business.
The financing challenges on any project in any media category are significant. The right film tax credit, when maximized with the assistance of a good tax credit accountant delivers anywhere from 30-50% of total financing required.
The 3D industry is a booming example of the Canadian film industry. Spending by Cdn and co production partners is in well over a billion dollars in VFX areas.
FINANCING YOUR SR&ED or FILM TAX CREDIT:
Tax credit financing is most often structured as a bridge loan. To the benefit of the borrower no payments are required during the duration of the loan and the loan is collapsed as soon as your refund chq comes in. While some banks participate in this type of financing many producers and foreign co production partners seek commercial financing expertise outside the banks.
If you are looking for true financing of a SR ED or Media tax credit seek out and speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business Financing Advisor with a track record of success who can assist you with your cash flow needs in this area.
Stan Prokop - 7 Park Avenue Financial :
http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com
Business financing for Canadian Firms , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing , Equipment Leasing , franchise finance and Cdn. Tax Credit Finance . Founded 2004 - Completed in excess of 90 Million $ of financing for Canadian corporations . Info /Contact :
7 Park Avenue Financial = Canadian SR&ED And Film Tax Credit Financing Expertise!
Have A Question /Comment On Our Blog Or Canadian Business Financing Alternatives ?
CONTACT:
7 Park Avenue Financial
South Sheridan Executive Centre
2910 South Sheridan Way
Suite 301
Oakville, Ontario
L6J 7J8
Direct Line = 416 319 5769
Office = 905 829 2653
Fax = 905 829 2653
Email = sprokop@7parkavenuefinancial.com
' Canadian Business Financing with the intelligent use of experience '
Stan Prokop