U.S. Commercial Debt Advisory and Placement
Commercial Lending Solutions for U.S. Businesses
Financely structures and places commercial debt mandates for U.S. operating companies,
acquisition sponsors, property investors and developers. We help borrowers identify the
right layer of capital, prepare a lender-ready credit package and approach suitable banks,
private credit funds, asset-based lenders and specialty finance companies.
The correct commercial lending structure depends on cash flow, collateral, leverage, use of proceeds and the proposed repayment strategy.
Match the Capital Structure to the Transaction
A business may need low-cost senior debt, higher-leverage unitranche financing,
subordinated mezzanine capital or a short-term bridge facility. Financely assesses
the borrower, transaction, collateral, capital stack and closing requirements before
pursuing targeted lender outreach.
Submit a Commercial Loan Request
Financely’s role:
Independent debt advisory, transaction structuring,
underwriting preparation and lender placement on a best-efforts basis.
Financely is not a bank or direct lender. All financing remains subject to third-party
credit approval, due diligence, documentation and closing conditions.
Nine Financing Options
Commercial Lending Solutions
These nine solutions cover the principal debt structures used by U.S. middle-market
businesses, buyers, sponsors, investors and commercial property developers.
First-Lien Debt
Senior secured loans can finance growth, refinancing, recapitalization or a defined corporate use of proceeds. Financely prepares the credit case and pursues placement with banks, private credit funds and other commercial lenders whose underwriting criteria match the borrower.
View Senior Secured and Private Credit Loans
Single-Tranche Capital
Unitranche financing combines senior and junior debt economics within one facility and one primary lender group. It can simplify documentation and execution for acquisitions, sponsor-backed transactions and middle-market refinancings that need more leverage than a conventional senior loan may provide.
View Unitranche Financing
Subordinated Capital
Mezzanine capital sits behind senior debt and ahead of common equity. It can fill a leverage gap in an acquisition, recapitalization, expansion or commercial property transaction when the sponsor wants to reduce the amount of additional equity required.
View Mezzanine Financing
Acquisition Debt
Financing for independent sponsors, strategic buyers and qualified operators acquiring established U.S. businesses. The capital stack may include senior debt, seller financing, mezzanine capital or a unitranche facility based on cash flow, purchase price, collateral and sponsor equity.
View Business Acquisition Financing
Receivables and Inventory
Asset-based facilities calculate availability against eligible accounts receivable, inventory and selected business assets. They can support companies whose collateral base is stronger than their conventional cash-flow lending profile.
View Asset-Based Lending
Business Assets
Equipment loans and leases can fund machinery, vehicles, production lines, logistics assets and other revenue-generating business equipment. Terms depend on the asset, useful life, valuation, vendor, borrower strength and expected cash flow.
View Equipment Financing
Operating Liquidity
Revolving lines and short-term facilities can support payroll, inventory purchases, supplier payments, seasonal demand and operating expansion. The structure should match the borrower’s cash conversion cycle and recurring source of repayment.
View Working Capital Facilities
Transitional Property Debt
Bridge loans can finance acquisitions, refinancing, lease-up, renovation, stabilization and time-sensitive commercial property closings. Lenders review the current asset, business plan, sponsor equity, exit strategy and projected stabilized value.
View Commercial Real Estate Bridge Loans
Development Capital
Construction facilities can fund eligible land, hard costs, soft costs, interest reserves and development expenses. A complete request should include site control, plans, budget, permits, contractor information, sponsor equity and the repayment or permanent-financing strategy.
View Commercial Construction Financing
Capital Structure
How the Main Debt Layers Differ
Senior secured debt:
Usually the first-ranking and lowest-cost debt layer, supported by cash flow, collateral or both.
Unitranche financing:
Combines senior and junior risk into one facility with a blended cost and simplified lender structure.
Mezzanine financing:
Subordinated capital used to increase leverage or reduce the amount of common equity required.
Bridge financing:
Short-term debt used when the borrower has a defined event, stabilization plan, sale or refinancing exit.
Procedure
From Commercial Loan Request to Closing
1
Review
We assess the borrower, use of proceeds, amount, collateral, cash flow, leverage and closing timetable.
2
Structure
We determine the appropriate debt product, capital stack, security package and lender-facing presentation.
3
Placement
Qualified mandates are introduced to lenders whose ticket size, sector, geography and risk criteria fit.
4
Execution
We coordinate lender questions, indicative terms, diligence, documentation and closing support.
Initial Credit Package
What to Include With a Financing Request
Business overview, ownership and management information
Requested amount, use of proceeds and closing date
Three years of historical financial statements where available
Current year-to-date financials and recent balance sheet
Financial projections and debt-service assumptions
Existing debt schedule and proposed sources and uses
Collateral schedule, appraisals or asset reports where relevant
Purchase agreement, property documents or construction budget where applicable
Submit a U.S. Commercial Lending Mandate
Provide the requested amount, use of proceeds, borrower profile, financial performance,
collateral, existing debt and proposed closing date. Financely will review the file and
determine the appropriate advisory and placement scope for qualified transactions.
Request Commercial Lending Support
Frequently Asked Questions
What commercial lending solutions does Financely cover?
Financely covers senior secured loans, private credit, unitranche financing,
mezzanine capital, acquisition financing, asset-based lending, equipment finance,
working capital facilities, commercial real estate bridge loans and construction financing.
Does Financely lend directly?
No. Financely is an independent debt advisory and placement firm. Banks, private credit
funds, asset-based lenders and specialty finance companies make their own credit decisions
and provide any approved financing.
What is the difference between unitranche and mezzanine financing?
Unitranche financing generally combines senior and junior debt into one facility.
Mezzanine financing is a separate subordinated layer that sits behind senior debt and
ahead of common equity.
Can commercial lending finance a business acquisition?
Yes. Eligible acquisitions may be financed with senior debt, unitranche debt,
mezzanine capital, seller financing and sponsor equity. The available structure depends
on the target’s cash flow, collateral, purchase price and buyer experience.
Can a company obtain financing when a bank has declined the request?
Potentially. Private credit, asset-based lending, equipment finance and bridge lending
can accommodate situations that do not fit conventional bank criteria. The transaction
must still show a credible repayment case and acceptable risk controls.
How long does commercial loan placement take?
Timing depends on the financing type, document completeness, borrower responsiveness,
lender appetite, collateral diligence and legal documentation. Financely does not
guarantee a closing date.