Windsor BankLink

Today, we officially launched BankLink, powered by Windsor Advantage, LLC. We’re proud to introduce this new, free tool for business owners seeking SBA-backed capital. Our team streamlines the process of finding an SBA lender, using one application to assess your eligibility for 150+ commercial lenders. BankLink then identifies your ideal financing match based on credit, industry, project type, and regional preferences. Our goal is to set a new standard in the SBA space for applicant convenience and service. We’re powered from start to finish by Windsor Advantage’s SBA loan experts, personalizing the business financing experience with expert-driven customer service. Ready to get started? Kickstart your business financing at windsorbanklink.com Full press release: https://lnkd.in/ep44V69N #growthcapital #smb #entrepreneurship

Case Study: ~$2Million in SBA financing to acquire and scale a small business. ?? This insurance agent financed her $1.85 million acquisition with the strategic “patient” capital offered by SBA programs through our network. Giving her the business-friendly benefits of SBA capital without the typical headache of the application -> approval process. Despite some challenging conditions and a limited window of opportunity, our SBA financing experts navigated both buyer and seller to keep the business sale & SBA financing on track. Would you buy a small business to scale your business growth? ?? #acquisition #smb #buyasmallbusiness #buyingabusiness #buyabusiness #acquisitionentrepreneurship #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition

This month, Windsor Advantage's Indianapolis Office kicked off their Inaugural “Windsor Day of Giving”. The team volunteered their time at the The Salvation Army of Central Indiana's Women and Children’s Shelter in Downtown Indianapolis, mulching the playground and?surrounding areas of the Block of Hope. The Salvation Army Block of Hope provides shelter to those in need in Indianapolis and surrounding areas.?It was a great day to give back to the community! A big shout out to our participating team members, including: Ashley Young, Nick Lukes, Matt Heinekamp, MBA, Jim Maratea, Todd Davis, Paul Zhen, Crystal Thompson, and Tony Gurtowski. #ourvalues #ourpeople #givingback

$1.85 Million in financing, a 2 week timeline, and complex conditions for SBA eligibility. It *can* be done. This insurance agent faced a challenging path to acquisition financing through the SBA 7(a) Loan Program. However, with our deal structuring expertise and a phenomenal team at Windsor Advantage, LLC powering the process, we facilitated her funding- just in time to make the most of her window of opportunity. Supporting SMB ownership and access to affordable capital is what we do. Read the full case study at https://lnkd.in/e2_uEvxk #smb #entrepreneurship #buyingabusiness

Finance a small business acquisition without giving up equity. That's the appeal for many entrepreneurs considering SBA loans to buy a small business for sale. Read our deep dive on how to leverage an SBA loan efficiently for your next acquisition: https://lnkd.in/e9hJ7j3z #businessesforsale #smallbusinessgrowth #entrepreneurship

What happens if your SBA loan application is denied? You may still be eligible for SBA financing. Here's why... Recent changes to the SBA loan rules for lenders require each lender to set its own criteria for loan eligibility in addition to the SBA's standardized eligibility requirements. Meaning, your eligibility for the same loan program varies from lender to lender. This opens up the marketplace for increased financing choices, but can also make it more complicated to find your funding source if the credit requirements aren't standardized. On windsorbanklink.com, we explain how to determine if you should continue pursuing an SBA loan after an initial denial, how to find a lender, and tips for maximizing the efficiency of your search. Continue Reading: https://lnkd.in/eYVQ5p_f #sbaloan #smallbusinessgrowth #growthcapital #sba7a

Why do MBA grads turn down the consulting route to buy small businesses? Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) was pioneered as a business model at top MBA programs across the country, and has attracted some of the nation's most promising business talent. For those willing to take the risk, ETA could be the path to a more personally and professionally fulfilling career. Will becoming your own boss supersede aspirations of the Big 4? These grads say ETA might be worth that risk. Further Reading: https://lnkd.in/gzyMryap

New year, new business potential. Is your business plan up to date? A solid business plan: - Establishes your business mission - Clarifies strengths, weaknesses, and growth initiatives - Strengthens your business financing eligibility Start the year strong and download your free business plan template at https://lnkd.in/g85bi5Qu

Our Why: We’re on a mission to streamline the process that puts resources in the hands of entrepreneurs nationwide. Because a better financing process means: - stronger small business communities - healthier regional economies - brighter futures for the next wave of entrepreneurs Learn more about the BankLink platform from Windsor Advantage, LLC at windsorbanklink.com #entrepreneurship #acquisition #growthmode #growthmarketing