Jason Bowden
jasonbizacq.bsky.social
Jason Bowden
@jasonbizacq.bsky.social
Helping Entrepreneurs Secure SBA Loans for Business Acquisitions | Passionate About Small Business Growth | Partner at Arena Commercial Capital | Let's Make Deals Happen 🚀
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Hey, I'm Jason.

I help entrepreneurs and small business buyers secure SBA financing they need to buy (and grow!) small businesses.

If you're looking to:
✅ Buy your first business
✅ Expand an existing business
✅ Navigate SBA financing with ease

I’m here to help! Let's connect!
1/ Thinking about buying a business with SBA debt? 🏢💰
One critical factor to consider is Operational Fit. Not every profitable business is the right business for you.
Before making an offer, ask yourself:
January 14, 2025 at 9:11 PM
1/ Looking to buy a business with an SBA loan? 🏢💰
One of the first steps is evaluating the financial viability of the business.
Here are critical questions to ask:
January 13, 2025 at 11:33 PM
1/ Thinking about buying your first business? 🏢💡
Here’s a quick guide to help you get started:
January 11, 2025 at 3:39 PM
1/ 📊 What are add-backs, and why do they matter in business acquisitions?
In a recent deal I worked on, the seller had inflated expenses to reduce tax liability. This led to several add-backs—adjustments to show the business’s true cash flow.
Here’s why they’re tricky:
January 11, 2025 at 3:38 PM
1/ 🕒 “Time kills deals.”

Buying a business is a complex process that requires cooperation & responsiveness from multiple parties. In a recent large acquisition ($4.8M funded), the transaction took 6 months. By the end, everyone was fatigued.

Here’s what caused delays & how to avoid them:
January 10, 2025 at 11:49 PM

1/ Are you feeling stuck in your 9-to-5? Want more control, higher income, and the chance to make a real impact? Buying a business might be your path. Yes, you can become a business owner. Here's how. 👇
January 3, 2025 at 1:57 AM
Do I Need to Get Prequalified for an SBA Loan?

1/ One of the most common questions I hear from aspiring searchers/ETA entrepreneurs is:
“Do I need to get prequalified for an SBA loan?”

Short answer: NO. But the full story is more nuanced. Let's dive in.
January 2, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Thread: Dreaming big in business acquisitions? Here’s a reality check: Liquidity is king. 💼👑

1/ Recently, one of my clients acquired two businesses worth over $6M combined. How did they make it happen? By having the liquidity to back their ambitions. 🏢💰 Here’s how they structured the deal 👇
January 2, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Case Study: First-Time Business Buyer Acquires Two $3M Businesses with SBA Financing — $4.88M Funded through SBA
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Case Study: First-Time Business Buyer Acquires Two $3M Businesses with SBA Financing. $4.88M Funded through SBA.
Recently I had the privilege of assisting my client in acquiring two successful businesses simultaneously, a real estate firm and a marketing company, using an SBA 7(a) loan. This case study highlight...
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December 30, 2024 at 6:47 PM
"Time kills deals." 🕒

A recent acquisition I worked on took 6 months, with delays from missing docs, unresponsive teams, and deal complexity. Here's how to avoid deal fatigue:

✅ Gather key docs early.
✅ Choose a responsive team.
✅ Manage expectations.

Patience pays off. #SMB #Acquisitions
December 27, 2024 at 8:42 PM
Thinking of buying your first business? Here’s some advice: Start small. 🧵
December 26, 2024 at 11:30 PM
1/ 🏢 Case Study: First-Time Buyer Acquires Two $3M Businesses with SBA Financing 💼
$4.88M funded through SBA for a real estate firm + marketing company. Let’s break down how it happened and key takeaways for buyers aiming high.👇
December 26, 2024 at 5:18 PM
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December 21, 2024 at 12:49 AM
Here’s a step-by-step look at how we helped a first-time entrepreneur achieve their dream of ownership through smart financing and strategic planning:
December 19, 2024 at 10:57 PM
Thinking about buying your first business? Here’s something you NEED to see: 🚀

We created the "How to Buy a Business Course" to help first-time buyers confidently navigate the process. Here’s what you’ll learn and why it’s a game-changer. 🧵

(BTW - it's 100% free, and will always be free)
December 18, 2024 at 3:08 PM
Private Equity wants everything. They want to buy every last business, cut costs aggressively by laying off employees and reducing benefits, outsourcing cheap labor, and hurt communities that rely on the acquired business.
December 18, 2024 at 1:30 AM
How to Get an SBA Loan in 2024: A Step-by-Step Guide 🚀

If you’ve found a business to buy, securing financing is your next big step. Here’s how to navigate the SBA loan process successfully. 🧵
December 18, 2024 at 1:19 AM
The SBA is the greatest American institution for small business and economic opportunity. It effectively democratizes small business ownership for ordinary Americans by providing high leverage loans to buy other small businesses.
December 18, 2024 at 1:09 AM
Hey, I'm Jason.

I help entrepreneurs and small business buyers secure SBA financing they need to buy (and grow!) small businesses.

If you're looking to:
✅ Buy your first business
✅ Expand an existing business
✅ Navigate SBA financing with ease

I’m here to help! Let's connect!
December 18, 2024 at 1:08 AM