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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.
Monday, September 8, 2014
Lease Asset Finance : Here’s Your Antidote For Effective Equipment Financing
‘ Some ( Proper ) Assembly Required ‘ On Your Financing For Equipment & Technology
OVERVIEW – Information on how business owners and financial managers should focus on the right issues when it comes to lease asset finance. Equipment financing is all about what you finance and how when it comes to these ‘ tricks of the trade ‘
Equipment financing in Canada (although my Canadian business owners and financial managers might not realize it) requires some assembly. But don't worry, it doesnt bring the same challenges as an IKEA put together , it's simply understanding that when it comes to lease asset finance some knowledge of the basics becomes critical to not wasting and mis utilizing your capital . Let's dig in.
Lease finance is all about asset acquisition - acquiring assets at the right time to run and grow your company. Your ability to understand what type of lease you need, as well as focusing early on re the basics of the agreement can sometimes cost you the thousands of dollars you thought you were saving with this popular tool in Canadian business financing.
The current Canadian scene in asset financing via leases or rentals comes with terms and charges that need to be assessed up front. In the last several years the accounting world has revisited OPERATING LEASES and made some real changes to how this oft under looked finance vehicle works.
We are of course assuming that you as the business owner/manager understand that you do in fact have to choices - either a capital lease , which is a lease to own, or an ' operating lease' which , simply stated, is a rental of sorts.
For years operating leases were known as ' off balance sheet ‘. What a great idea - acquire debt and not have to show it! Well the accounting folks have changed all that, so while the key benefits of this type of asset rental remain, your transaction is now visible to all when it comes to the balance sheet and your financials.
Why do lessees then pick operating leases? The reality is that for certain types of assets, i.e. technology, planes, heavy equipment, vehicles, etc you don't pay the full price of the asset given that at the end of term it returns to your lender/lessor. This means lower monthly payments and flexibility at the end of the lease. And the best part is that at the end of the term you have options, if properly set up front, to return, purchase, extend, or upgrade the asset.
Naturally if you think the asset is going to have value in your business you can ensure the asset remains in your possession, for additional use or resell.
What business owners/managers must do is to focus on key basics at the start. Ensure you diarize the lease for its end of term - lessors have a bad habit of keeping those monthly lease payment requirements coming unless you invoke your end of term options.
While capital ' lease to own ' options are often 3-7 years in length the most common operating leases tend to be in the 3 yr range unless its a large asset such as an aircraft . All of a sudden your corporate jet acquisition seems manageable?!!
So while your ' interest rate' in a lease is important its key to focus on things such as terms and conditions, type of lease, return/ownership options, and internal management / recording of the lease term . Good negotiation skills up front can save you thousands , also consider the services of a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business Financing Advisor with a track record of success who can make equipment financing and lease asset finance a key part of your growth toolkit .
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 LEASE ASSET FINANCE EXPERTISE
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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
Friday, September 5, 2014
Movie Funding Essentials : A Film Financing Company Can Finance Your Tax Incentive And Other Capital Needs For Media Projects
“ The Film Finance business is a cruel and shallow money trench, a long plastic hallway where thieves and pimps run free, and good men die like dogs. There's also a negative side.”
OVERVIEW – Information on movie funding and the tax incentive finance strategy that is offered by a film financing company. Tax credits and other forms of film / tv / animation finance provide valuable capital for your projects
Movie funding in Canada (and that includes film, television and digital productions) may not be exciting as in the U.S., so with apologies to famous journalist Hunter Thompson " The Film Finance business is a cruel and shallow money trench, a long plastic hallway where thieves and pimps run free...............” who was actually referring to the music business its still important to understand what a film financing company can deliver on for your projects if you're a producer/owner. That might mean film tax incentive credits that are widely used, or other forms of finance unique to the entertainment industry. Let's dig in.
While almost everyone thinks of ' HOLLYWOOD ' when it comes to productions the reality is that it has lost a lot of its business to other states in the U.S., Canada, and even Europe. However, our focus here is on Canadian productions.
The film tax credit system in Canada is largely responsible for the success of film financing here. While an ongoing debate rages on around the benefit of govt film tax credits (both the federal govt and provinces offer credits) hundreds of millions of dollars continue to be available to project owners.
When you look at the total financing package of a project the film tax credit portion is often called ' soft money ‘. In Canada it's quite often very achievable to finance 30-50% of a project via the tax credit system. Most people recognize that there's really what top exerts have called a ' global battle ' for countries vying for your production via their tax credits.
From the owner/producers point of view film tax credits eliminate a large amt of the risk and at the same time maximize the return on investment for any equity holders in the project. One of the most popular aspects these programs specifically is the ' PRODUCTION SERVICES TAX CREDIT ' (PSTC), which finances a large component of your labor costs. And again, remember that that includes film, TV, and interactive digital productions.
Financing for your PSTC is available because the program is structured as a refundable credit - allowing you to cash flow the claim. Similar to financing SR&ED research tax credits the financing is typically structured as a bridge loan, with no payments being made until the govt issues the refund cheq. That of course allows you to recover monies spent, satisfy other obligations within the project, or start on your next project!
The ‘Digital ' aspect of special effects and animation has become so popular in the industry that it has its own lucrative tax incentive - its the ' DIGITAL INTERACTIVE ' credit and is specifically formulated to cover off the spending around aspects of special effects productions
In the case of the PSTC or digital credits it's important to have a good film tax credit accountant prepare and maximize your claim.
Financing from traditional institutions such as our Canadian chartered banks is generally not available for independent producers. The size of these projects (generally smaller) and the ' risk ‘more often than not preclude traditional financing.
If you're looking for film tax incentive financing from a film financing company for tax credits or the other forms of film finance (presales, distribution, gap, etc) 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 capital 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 FILM TAX CREDIT FINANCING EXPERTISE
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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, September 4, 2014
Working Capital Cash Flow Financing With No Expiration Date For Canadian Business Solutions For Your Company
Looking For Solutions To A Creativity Deficit In Your Cash Flow Crunches?
OVERVIEW – Information on available solutions for the working capital cash flow financing crunches faced by Canadian business owners and financial managers
Working capital cash flow financing challenges, we've found. create huge ' Creativity Deficits ' in the minds of Canadian business owners and financial managers. They tell us they are constantly looking for a finance solution that doesn't have an ' expiry date ‘! We're happy to share some of those solutions. Let's dig in.
If you think when you're watching the business news that only large corporations are addressing cash flow issues imagine what the SME Commercial companies in Canada must address. How does the business conserve cash and arrange financing that is ' evergreen ' in nature - allowing you to utilize assets and sales to cash flow your operating and growth needs.
Business people get working capital and cash flow mixed up a lot we have found - your day to day working capital is made up of your investment in A/R and inventory and at the same time recognizes accounts payable. Poor payables management often destroys key supplier relationships.
It's important to use your cash flow for the right types of financing - you should be utilizing equipment leases for assets that have a longer economic life.
Don't forget also that existing assets can be refinanced via sale leaseback strategies, bridge loans, or refinancing of any of your company’s commercial real estate - even 2nd mtges can bring additional capital into your business. Government guaranteed business loans can help finance leasehold improvements and fixed asset needs - rates and terms are excellent - commensurate with the same financing the ' big boys ' access.
The ultimate short term financing tool for any business is a commercial business credit line. Banks do that best, and the lowest cost. Problem - not every business qualifies with demanding criteria such as high owner net worths, personal guarantees, debt and cash flow covenants that meet bank standards. While banks have the lowest cost of capital, as well as ample capital not everyone qualifies.
The solution for not qualifying at the bank? The good news is multiple sources of short term financing exist:
Non bank asset based lines of credit
Inventory financing
Refundable tax credit finance loans ( SR&ED Credits )
A/R Financing (We always recommend CONFIDENTIAL RECEIVABLE FINANCING) Here you bill and collect your own receivables with no notification to suppliers, clients, etc. You control cash needs and flow.
Remember also that a company can inject ' permanent working capital ' via a working capital term loan. It's simply a cash flow with fixed repayment terms. That solution brings debt onto the balance sheet though, and is very different from ' monetizing ' assets such as A/R, inventory... and equipment. Naturally bank and working capital term lenders also like to see healthy owner injections of capital - which is not always possible our clients tell us! The two main criteria for working capital loans are a good cash flow ratio and reasonable debt/equity.
We're always amazed at business owners or their managers who are running significant businesses without proper planning using things such as a simple cash flow forecast. One famous saying tells us that ' revenue is vanity, profit is sanity, but cash flow is king '!
Never forget also that it's not just access to the financing solutions we've mentioned that bring true cash flow success - you must turn inventories, grant prudent credit.
Those basics will allow you to foresee potential ' bulges' in cash flow needs and have better negotiating leverage with your bank or a commercial finance firm. Seek out and speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business Financing Advisor with a track record of success
who can put you on track to permanent solutions to Canadian business financing challenges.
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 :
http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com/working-capital-cash-flow-financing-solutions.html
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
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
Confidential A/R Financing : The Ultimate Cash Flow Tool From A Receivables Factoring Company
Here’s A Method Of Financing Receivables That’s The Perfect Alternative
OVERVIEW – Information on confidential A/R Receivable finance solutions in Canada - Business owners and financial managers can access a factoring receivables company solution and one of those works best
Factoring receivable company solutions provide some of the most numerous and accessible methods of cash flow financing needs in Canada. One of these solutions (we think) is better than all the rest but not necessarily known to Canadian business owners and their financial managers. Why does this specific type of financing deliver, and why is it different and better? Let's dig in.
The goal of any company, whether it’s a start up, and SME commercial or large corporation is to maximize cash flow for operations and growth. Hopefully along the way prudent mgmt will also call for low or acceptable bad debt losses!
When companies of any size and type can't access traditional bank finance for business lines of credit they look for an alternative; in recent years that alternative has become ' factoring ' or receivables finance.
We're quite sure it's not intentional but the industry does an interesting job of sometimes confusing business owners/managers seeking factoring around issues such as cost, how things work, documentation, being locked into a contract , etc . So when it comes to cash flow/working capital financing its prudent to know who you're dealing with and what works best for your business/industry.
Any firm that sells on credit and has business or govt clients can access an A/R finance solution. Different industries have different needs and client profiles when it comes to A/R. Verticals such as staffing co's, trucking firms, wholesale distributors to ' big box ‘stores, etc have different clients that have different payment terms, of they simply take different payment terms!
Probably the most common use of A/R financing solutions is simply day to day operations and growth. But did you realize that a solid account receivable finance solution also can be a key component in several different categories of need:
Introduction of new products / services to Canadian or U.S. clients - larger orders/contracts
Seasonal bulges in sales/financing needs
Start up financing
Buyout/acquisition strategies
We referenced a Canadian/U.S. customer base - some of our clients sell outside North America and in that case receivables can be financed but are sometimes required to be insured - in fact almost always if that’s the case!
So what in fact is our recommended solution? It's CONFIDENTIAL RECEIVABLE FINANCING NON NOTIFICATION FACTORING. Under this solution your firm bills and collects it's own receivables, has access to immediate cash from all the sales you make , and if you have the right facility in place your rates are competitive and you are not locked in to ' contracts '.
Day to day operations of a CONFIDENTIAL A/R FACILITY is a very simply process. As sales are generated (if you choose) you can access immediate financing for 90% of the sales invoice amts. The balance is credited to your bank account when your client pays, less a financing charge that is competitive with any type of factoring service.
If you are looking to solve cash flow challenges, accelerate business growth, maintain supplier relationships , and take on no new debt a factoring receivable company solution, done right , will give the right amt. of capital when you need it .It's your version of the ultimate business credit line .
To access an A/R finance solution that makes sense for your business 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 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 FACTORING RECEIVABLE COMPANY SOLUTIONS
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
Monday, September 1, 2014
A SRED Credit Loan : Financing SR ED Tax Credits Accelerates Your Cash Refund
Breaking News : Business Owner Finds It Does It Pay To Finance A SR&ED Claim !
OVERVIEW – Information on financing ( sr&ed) SR ED Tax Credits in Canada. A SRED Credit loan allows Canadian business owners to accelerate r&d capital spent on research under the Scientific Research and Experimental Development refundable tax program
Financing SR ED (SR&ED) tax credits is the finality that comes from filing a SRED claim in Canada. So the question that remains to be asked is ' Does it pay to finance your refundable credit under Canada's most popular research refund program? Let's dig in.
In recent years the program has been a moving target by the government whose goal it was to maximize and yet simplify the program in order for Canadian business to achieve the benefits for which the program was originally derived.
In order to understand the benefits of financing your SR&ED credit it's necessary to step back and understand the origins and intent of the program. In reality the program has been around for almost 30 years now. While the name of the program is somewhat daunting (‘SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT”) business owners and managers simply call the program ' S R E D '!
The actual preparation of your claim is very much tied to success in financing your claim. We would maintain it's much easier to finance your refund than prepare it! It is up to the owner/manager to ensure that the refund claim they prepare is ' eligible ' under Canada Revenue Agency (‘CRA’) guidelines.
These days probably 99% of all claims are prepared by the folks known as 'SRED consultants ' - these people are typically steeped in either industry or actual program experience, many of whom have worked for CRA in the past. A part of the ' turmoil ' in recent times, some of which has led to financing confusion of claims relates to how these consultants who prepare claims are compensated. That compensation relates to the contingency fees that have consultants prepared those claims at their own cost, risk and expense.
That compensation was one of the main reasons that the Govt undertook a few years ago to fairly radically revamp the program. Some previously eligible expenses were cut back, businesses must now identify who if preparing their claim and how they are paid, etc. Additionally some key aspects of the program - i.e. the ability to claim capital equipment purchases used in research were eliminated.
It's pretty clear now that in order to be successful in financing SR ED tax credits and obtain a SRED credit loan that the quality of your claim is key. Business owners and financial managers using qualified and credible / experienced consultant will continue to benefit from the program.
That brings us to our key question - recognizing the benefits of the finance of a SR ED refund. That one benefit - Accelerated cash flow. Claims are typically financed at 70% ' loan to value '- meaning simply that for example a 200k refund would provide a loan of 140k.
Loans must of course be repaid! , but SR&ED financing is done via a bridge loan with no payments required for the duration of the loans - another key benefit . When your claim is approved and funded by the govt you receive the 30% remaining balance immediately, less financing costs.
While the govt was busy re doing the program a bit the SR ED financier has also been working - to add even more creative features to the cash flowing of your claim - these include facilities such as a SRED credit line, and even the financing of next years claim .. Today!
So, if you want to be like or business owner who has found it does pay to finance your SR7ED refundable 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 SRED credit loan needs with a viewpoint to maximizing cash flow and r&d expense recovery .
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 TAX CREDIT LOAN EXPERTISE
Have A Question /Comment On Our Blog Or Canadian Business Financing Alternatives ?
CONTACT:
7 Park Avenue FinancialSouth 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
Friday, August 29, 2014
Acquisition Loan Challenges Solved : Leverage Finance Loans Are Time Tested
Top Methods To Acquire A Business In Canada Via Financing Options That Work
OVERVIEW – Information on acquisition loan financing in Canada. Purchasing a business can be effectively completed via a number of different solutions including leverage finance loans
Acquisition loan needs arise quickly when you or your firm has found the right business to purchase or merge with in Canada. Leverage finance loans and other financial solutions can provide the necessary capital to successfully conclude a business purchase. Let's dig in.
Naturally the stage or condition in which your targeted purchase is in varies -it might be a smaller firm doing well, or a larger firm experiencing severe business challenges, not the least of which might be cash flow or profit shortages.
Buying an existing business in any condition, large or small, comes with complications. At the heart of what you need to address are key issues such as:
Valuation
Negotiation
Employee/Culture issues
And finally... FINANCING!
The risks around completing a transaction incorrectly are of course significant - including of course financial loss. However the reasons to complete a business purchase successfully are compelling - they might include:
Enhancing personal income and net worth
Acquiring business assets at an attractive price
The ability to compete more effectively in your industry
The concept of leverage finance loans is a compelling one. Although the term might mean different things to different people we're talking here essentially about using the right type of financing and debt - in some cases more than might be typical to acquire a business. In some cases the debt you take on might be more costly than ' traditional' bank debt more commonly associated with buying a business.
The good news about alternative debt and higher than normal leverage is that often it allows you to complete a transaction and then after an interim period you can ' re-balance ' the balance sheet with other forms of financing, perhaps lower cost bank loans, etc.
In some cases the debt you might take on is ' mezzanine ' in nature - secured by ' assets ' or ' cash flow' with rates in the ' teens ' this appeals to smaller businesses that can't access bank or stock market capital.
Think of your proposed transaction as having ' layers ' of financing, but always ensure that your business plan and cash flow addresses the realistic ability to repay /service the debt. A good part of any cash flow will always be going to repay debt in an acquisition - so clarity is key here.
The exact nature of whom and what you are purchasing will dictate what type of financing is needed. It might be monetizing assets through asset based loan agreements , utilizing the Govt guaranteed business loan, or cash flowing assets such as receivables, inventories, tax credits, equipment refinancing /leasing, etc.
If you're looking to ' SOLVE ' acquisition loan needs with the right types of leverage finance loans or other financing vehicles which are ‘ time tested ‘ , while minimizing risk and maximizing opportunity consider 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 finance solutions, document issues, etc.
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 ACQUISITION FINANCE AND LEVERAGE LOAN EXPERTISE
Have A Question /Comment On Our Blog Or Canadian Business Financing Alternatives ? CONTACT:
7 Park Avenue FinancialSouth 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, August 28, 2014
Franchise Financing Loans In Canada : Achieving Franchise Finance Success Depends On This
Looking To Be A High Achiever In Franchise Loan Success?
OVERVIEW – Information on acquiring franchise financing loans in Canada . Franchising finance is successful when the franchisee has mastered these critical issues
Franchise finance success in Canada - What business person /entrepreneur wouldn't want to be a ' high achiever ' in the one area that is critical to success - franchising financing. Let's dig in.
The good news in the franchise industry is that the few rougher years after the 2008 recession appear be quite well over - that has made it easier for potential franchisees of new and existing franchises to acquire the capital they need - if.. And it’s a big if... they know how to go about it.
The most common ' type ' of loan for a franchise is a ' term loan ‘. It's a fixed payment loan that is amortized over a period of usually 3-7 years. These loans are acquire and achieved through only a small handful of sources - a specialty franchise finance lender , ' the bank ' ( more about that later ) and a combination of commercial financing options that , when cobbled together put you on the path to loan success .
All these solutions might include one, or a combination of equipment and leasehold financing, working capital, credit lines, etc,
How you navigate the landscape of franchise lending (landscape in some cases might mean ' minefield ‘!)will depend on your ultimate success in securing capital.
One key component of the franchise acquisition is the owner equity, aka ' down payment ' component. While there is no right amount that broadly qualifies all franchisees a typical range is between 25-50%. KEY POINT - In some cases you only need to demonstrate you has access to capital, not necessarily provide it.
Your down payment, loan amount and ongoing finance needs are best set out in the financial portion of your business plan. This document should lay out in a clear manner the cost of the business, your loan amount, your on going incoming cash flows, your loan payments, and , most critical - the timing of your cash inflows . For example while many franchises in the hospitality business are ' cash businesses ‘ other franchises might be selling on credit terms - whereby they will only collect their invoice sales 30-60 days later .
In Canada there is a major government program that finances a huge amount of franchises. The program is called the CSBF program and finances loans up to 350k on very reasonable rates, terms and structures. The Canadian government guarantees a very large part of the loan to the participating bank.
If you want to be a ' high achiever ' in franchising finance success consider seeking out and aligning yourself with a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business Financing Advisor with a track record of success who will ensure the correct options relative to your situation will be explored.. And achieved... making you that ' high achiever ' in the explosive franchise industry that is such a big part of the Canadian economy.
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 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