The Finance Guy’s Playbook: Creative Financing, Deals, SBA Loans, and Strategically Unlocking Capital with George Otel

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The Finance Guy’s Playbook: Creative Financing, Deals, SBA Loans, and Strategically Unlocking Capital with George Otel - Episode #343

In The Lab with Ruben Kanya

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The Finance Guy’s Playbook: Creative Financing, Deals, SBA Loans, and Strategically Unlocking Capital with George Otel - Episode #343

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In this powerful episode of In The Lab, Ruben sits down with George Otel, a finance expert, entrepreneur, and investor who has carved a unique path from trucking fleets to becoming “the finance guy” for business and real estate deals. George immigrated to the U.S. in 2011, built a trucking fleet, then pivoted into real estate, business loans, and funding strategies after realizing the leverage and creativity that come from finance. Today, he’s the go-to resource for SBA loans, equipment financing, commercial real estate, private lending, and complex deal structuring.

George reveals how he helps entrepreneurs and investors unlock capital, stack funding sources, and position themselves for growth—whether it’s acquiring businesses, scaling commercial assets, or tapping into the $10 trillion wave of baby boomer business exits. With a deep belief in buying back your time and focusing on one core skill, George shares how discipline, mentorship, and deal structuring literacy shaped his journey.

If you’re looking for a roadmap to financing smarter, leveraging hidden equity, and positioning yourself for the coming wealth transfer, this episode is packed with practical strategies and actionable insights. Tune in now to learn how George’s “finance-first” approach can change how you play the game.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EPISODE:

21:38 George talks about creative financing.

43:45 George talks about the $10 trillion baby boomer wealth transfer.

KEEPING IT REAL:

09:10 – Redefining financing

12:40 – Structuring deals with multiple funding stages

17:18 – Equity in equipment as collateral

19:13 – Commercial brokers vs. finance brokers

22:28 – Seller financing and tax advantages in acquisitions

26:05 – Bridge loans, DSCR loans, and refinancing strategies

31:12 – From trucking fleets to real estate and finance

37:45 – Adding value when networking with mentors

44:00 – The $10 trillion baby boomer wealth transfer opportunity

51:50 – The sweet spot for acquisitions

55:30 – Buying back your time and building teams using Dan Martell’s frameworks

1:02:25 – Business owners should own their buildings

1:09:00 – Where capital is flowing next

1:27:04 – How to connect with George

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Website:https://www.usbizfunding.net/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeotel/

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