Equity financing

What type of product is it?

Share capital refers to financing provided internally, i.e. directly by shareholders (owners). Our equity financing consists of transferring a percentage of your company's shares to the SADC in exchange for an investment on our part.

What are the special features of this financial product?

  • By their very nature, shares can be transferred to a third party, whether a financial institution, an investment fund, a partner or an investor.
  • Given the wide range of expertise required for this type of transaction (accountant, tax specialist, notary, etc.), this is the ideal solution. model financing is generally more costly and complex, and requires a review of several legal aspects of company ownership (shareholders' agreement, etc.).
  • Particular attention must be paid to defining the rights and responsibilities of each shareholder.
  • The sale of shares in a start-up company can go through a SAFE-type process whereby, among other things, the proportion of the number of shares in return for the money invested will be determined in a subsequent round of financing.

What are the advantages of this financial product?

Despite the peculiarities of this type of financing, the advantages are not negligible and can be highly beneficial. For example, when a new shareholder brings in more than just money, his or her contribution can be highly strategic, allowing the entire organization to benefit from his or her network of contacts, his or her expertise and his or her experience. experienceetc. 

In addition to answering your questions, our SADC experts can help you make a true analysis of your situation. What's more, an analysis of your long-term needs and the determination of an appropriate strategy The right financial solutions for your company could be developed at the same time.

See the list of different needs on the right. This financial product specifically meets the following needs:

 

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