Business Acquisition Loans in Hollywood, FL
A business acquisition loan finances the purchase of an existing company, franchise, or commercial operation.
A business acquisition loan finances the purchase of an existing company, franchise, or commercial operation.
Overview
An acquisition loan pays the seller for their business while you preserve working capital for the transition. These loans typically cover 70-90% of the purchase price, depending on the program and the target company's financials. You use the loan to buy assets, customer lists, inventory, goodwill, and real estate if the deal includes property. Lenders evaluate both your experience and the business being acquired, so strong cash flow in the target company strengthens your application.
Hollywood sits at the crossroads of Broward County's service economy. Buyers here pursue everything from established HVAC contractors along the Federal Highway corridor to beach-adjacent hospitality businesses near the Broadwalk. Commercial business loans in Hollywood, FL fund these transitions when structured correctly.
Lenders want to see management experience, a down payment (usually 10-20%), and a target business with consistent revenue. If you've worked in the industry or run a similar operation, your application moves faster. The seller's books matter just as much: three years of tax returns, profit-and-loss statements, and a clean balance sheet make underwriting straightforward.
SBA 7(a) acquisition loans offer the longest terms and lowest down payments, but they require personal guarantees and collateral. Conventional acquisition lenders move quicker but expect higher equity injections. Franchise acquisition financing follows a separate playbook, especially for concepts already approved on the SBA franchise directory.
We start with your target business and your capital position. You tell us the purchase price, the industry, and how much cash you're putting down. We pull together the financial package, match you with acquisition financing lenders who fund deals in your sector, and walk the file through underwriting. Because we're a broker, you see multiple offers instead of one take-it-or-leave-it term sheet.
Hollywood buyers benefit from our relationships with lenders active in South Florida. We know which banks will finance a Dania Beach auto-repair shop and which prefer Pembroke Park distribution companies. Geography shapes credit appetite, and local knowledge closes loans.
Call (954) 250-9748 to discuss your acquisition. Our office is at 2500 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020.
A buyer wanted a twenty-year-old plumbing company serving Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, and Aventura. The seller had steady commercial contracts and a fleet of trucks. The buyer brought industry credentials but limited cash. We brokered an SBA 7(a) acquisition loan that covered the purchase price and transition expenses, keeping the truck fleet and customer base intact through closing.
Deals like this hinge on documentation and timing. The seller needs an exit, and the buyer needs certainty. SBA loans in Hollywood, FL deliver both when structured by a broker who understands acquisition mechanics.
Small business
Gather the seller's financials, your personal financial statement, and a one-page summary of why you're the right buyer. We review the package, identify gaps, and submit to lenders who specialize in acquisition lending. Expect 45-90 days from application to closing, depending on the program and property complexity.
If the deal includes commercial real estate, we coordinate with commercial real estate loans in Hollywood, FL underwriters. If you need short-term bridge financing before the main loan funds, we source a bridge loan for business acquisition to cover deposits or transition costs.
Visit our service areas page to confirm we cover your target business location across Broward County.
Serving the Hollywood area
We know which lenders fund which kinds of Hollywood businesses, and we position your file where it fits.
One local broker, many lenders, and no cost to apply.
Common questions
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