The Strategy Behind SBA and Private Credit Lending with Darren Palestine

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew & Feras Moussa sit down with Darren Palestine from Commercial Finance Partners to discuss the intricacies of SBA and middle market lending. Darren shares his extensive knowledge and experience, offering valuable insights for both borrowers and industry professionals. 

The discussion covers SBA lending, including proforma transactions, unsecured loans for service businesses, and the challenges such as high interest rates and the reliance on historical cash flow. They also explore the state of business acquisitions and how Darren’s team caters to clients needing loans between $10 million and $100 million through a middle market initiative. 

Darren explains the benefits of private credit loans, the importance of thorough cash flow analysis, and the structure of private credit loans tailored to business goals. The episode also addresses the significance of choosing the right originator and the impact of AI on the lending landscape. 

In this podcast episode, we discuss:  

• SBA Lending Challenges 

• Middle Market Lending Strategies 

• Effective Cash Flow Analysis 

• The Future of Lending with AI 

You can connect with Darren by email: [email protected] 

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