Catch 22: Investors want LOI first, Broker wants proof of funds

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February 09, 2022

by an investor from New York University in St. Louis Metropolitan Area, USA

I am a self-funded searcher. Investors tell me to contact them when I have a deal under LOI. What do I do when the broker won't share the OM without proof of funds? It's a catch 22. I am interested in $17 million listing but she won't share it without first getting proof that I have raised the money.

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Reply by a professional
from University of Southern California in North Palm Beach, FL, USA
Brokers/owners/sellers say “show me your money” because they can (and probably should###-###-#### thanks to business buyer competition. You’ll have to present, better than other searchers, whatever else you bring to the dealmaking table. DM me if you want tips.

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Reply by a searcher
from University of Southern California in Orange County, CA, USA
If you have good relationships with your potential investors you could potentially ask them for letters indicating their interest/commitment to invest in an acquisition sponsored by you. But the reality is, while it's a catch 22 for you, that is not the case for other potential buyers in the market who have committed capital. It's difficult to compete for a business in that type of situation, particularly when there is an intermediary involved who prefers to avoid fundless sponsors.
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