Fill the gap between senior debt and equity — retain more of the deal.
Between senior debt (60–70% LTV) and true equity sits a layer of mezzanine debt and preferred equity (10–14% coupon, sometimes with equity kicker). Blending both lets sponsors close 90%+ of capital stack without giving up common equity. Standard on institutional CRE, value-add, and mid-market business acquisitions. Watch intercreditor / standstill terms.
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Buy a $1M–$5M business with 10% down, 10-yr amortization.
10% down, 20–25 yr fixed for owner-occupied real estate.
Owner becomes the bank — negotiate rate, term, and structure.
Tap home equity to fund higher-yield investments.
Borrow against your stock portfolio without selling.
Speed capital for flips, bridges, and value-add plays.
Rental loans qualified on property cash flow, not personal DTI.
Raise from LPs to acquire larger assets you couldn't alone.