ETA Professionals
Funding Options
Flexible capital solutions for searchers and operators at every stage of the acquisition journey.
Capital Solutions
We offer multiple funding structures to support qualified searchers and operators.
Stage 1
Search Capital
Funding to support your search for the right acquisition target. Covers salary, operating expenses, and deal sourcing costs during the search period.
- 12-24 month search runway
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Deal sourcing and marketing budget
- Access to our investor network
Typical Terms
Search Funding$400K - $600K
Search Period12-24 months
Equity Step-Up1.5x at close
Stage 2
Acquisition Capital
Equity and debt financing to complete the acquisition. We structure deals that align interests and set companies up for long-term success.
- Equity investment from our fund
- SBA loan coordination and support
- Seller financing negotiation
- Co-investor syndication
Investment Range
Target Equity$1M - $5M
Total Deal Size$3M - $15M
Target Revenue$1M - $5M
Stage 3
Growth Capital
Follow-on funding for acquisitions, technology investments, and growth initiatives after the initial acquisition.
- Add-on acquisitions
- Technology transformation initiatives
- Geographic expansion
- Working capital for growth
Growth Investment
Follow-on Capital$500K - $3M
TimelineYears 2-5
Target Growth25%+ annually
Ready to Discuss Funding?
Schedule a confidential conversation to explore how we can support your search and acquisition journey.