Acquisition Financing Case Studies: Real Deals from $5M to $50M

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October 2, 2025

Introduction

Every acquisition is unique — but seeing how real deals come together helps buyers understand their options. At Yaw Capital, we’ve structured financing for deals from $500K to $250M+. Here are a few examples.

Case Study 1: $5M SBA Acquisition

Buyer: First-time entrepreneur
Financing: SBA 7(a) loan for 80% + buyer equity 20%
Outcome: Closed in 70 days, with favorable 10-year terms

Case Study 2: $15M Roll-Up in Business Services

Buyer: Industry veteran acquiring three companies
Financing: Senior bank debt + mezzanine debt + equity
Outcome: Consolidated operations, 30% revenue growth in first year

Case Study 3: $30M Manufacturing Company

Buyer: Private equity-backed group
Financing: Senior debt + subordinated debt with equity kicker
Outcome: Closed within 90 days, positioned for expansion

Case Study 4: $50M Cross-Border Acquisition

Buyer: Strategic buyer
Financing: Syndicated loan package from multiple institutions
Outcome: Seamless international closing

Conclusion

Real-world case studies show how acquisition financing works across deal sizes and industries. Yaw Capital brings the expertise to structure each deal the right way.

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