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Welcome to The M&A Launchpad Podcast hosted by Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa with Equity Launchpad. On this podcast, you will gain insights on acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, at Equity Launchpad, we will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and capital to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions.
Inside SBA Lending: Strategies for Business Buyers with Matthias Smith
M&A Launchpad
46 minutes 12 seconds
3 months ago
Inside SBA Lending: Strategies for Business Buyers with Matthias Smith
In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew sit down with Mathias Smith, founder of Pioneer Capital Advisory and a seasoned expert in SBA financing. Mathias shares his entrepreneurial journey, from launching his own firm to helping countless buyers navigate the often-complex SBA process. He opens up about the real challenges of growing a new business, the power of social media for client acquisition, and why being proactive and well-informed is key when seeking financing for business acquisitions.
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or an experienced entrepreneur, Mathias offers practical insights into what it really takes to secure SBA funding and grow a business from the ground up.
In this podcast episode, we discuss:• Mathias’s background in SBA lending and why he started Pioneer Capital Advisory• How social media (especially Twitter) has helped grow his client base• Key steps for navigating the SBA process with confidence• Why a solid business plan and clear financials are essential• Using HELOCs creatively for business acquisitions• The value of having expert guidance through the SBA journey• Real-world challenges of scaling a new business and building a team• Staying adaptable and resilient through entrepreneurship
Connect with Mathias:Twitter: @mathiasmsmithWebsite: https://www.pioneercapitaladvisory.com
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About The M&A Launchpad:
The M&A Launchpad provides insights into acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, we will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and capital to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions.
The M&A Launchpad presents a series of weekly podcast episodes and hosts an annual M&A Launchpad Conference tailored to the M&A community.
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M&A Launchpad
Welcome to The M&A Launchpad Podcast hosted by Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa with Equity Launchpad. On this podcast, you will gain insights on acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, at Equity Launchpad, we will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and capital to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions.
