The Business Credit and Financing Show
Podcast by Ty Crandall
Episode: 1004
Anthony Byrd: How to Structure the Right Funding Strategy to Buy and Scale a Franchise
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Structure Your Deal Right
Anthony Byrd: How to Structure the Right Funding Strategy to Buy and Scale a Franchise
Anthony serves as Vice President of Banking Business Development at Benetrends Financial and has more than a decade of experience in franchise financing and SBA lending. As a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) and active member of the International Franchise Association (IFA), he has built a strong reputation for helping franchisees and franchisors secure the capital they need to start, grow, and expand their businesses.
Throughout his career, Anthony has partnered with franchise professionals across a wide range of industries, combining deep expertise in SBA lending, business development, and strategic partnerships to deliver meaningful results. He is also a frequent speaker at franchise and lending conferences, where he shares practical insights on funding strategies, franchise growth, and access to capital.
Anthony's experience in franchise finance, SBA lending, relationship-building, and business growth would make for an insightful conversation and provide tremendous value to your audience of entrepreneurs, lenders, brokers, and business owners.
During the show we discuss:
- Why how you finance a business purchase can make or break your success
- How to structure an acquisition deal properly from the start
- The different funding options available (SBA, ROBS, etc.) and how they work together
- How to evaluate and choose the right financing strategy for your situation
- Common mistakes people make when buying a business and how to avoid costly deal errors
- How to approach franchise vs. independent business acquisitions strategically
- Why understanding all your options upfront helps you make smarter, lower-risk decisions
- How to position yourself for a successful purchase and long-term growth
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