Procedure
Financely delivers structured trade finance, project finance advisory, and private debt solutions. Our engagement model is built for precision and results — ensuring we work only with serious sponsors ready to transact. Below is an overview of our engagement process and standard transaction timelines.
1. Initial Inquiry
- Request a Quote: Submit via the "Request a Quote" button on the service page.
- Preliminary Consultation: Review our FAQ or schedule a paid consultation ($250) if additional clarification is needed.
2. Fees
A $500 USD non-refundable fee applies to RFQ submissions, credited toward your engagement retainer if you proceed. Consultations carry a $250 USD fee, also creditable.
3. Proposal Submission
Following internal review and preliminary lender discussions, we issue a term sheet outlining structure, fees, and transaction milestones.
4. Agreement & Activation
- Term sheet execution
- Retainer payment via bank wire
- Transaction underwriting and matching begins immediately thereafter
5. Closing
On successful funding, Financely retains any agreed fees or participations, and disburses net proceeds to the client.
Unsuitable Candidates
- No budget allocated for fees or documentation
- Seeking advisory without financial commitment
- Unclear business models or unrealistic financial projections
Ideal Client Profile & Why Deals Close
- Well-defined project scope and documentation
- Ability to meet engagement and compliance requirements
- Responsive and proactive throughout underwriting and distribution
Sponsors who provide comprehensive information, demonstrate financial discipline, and collaborate with urgency significantly increase the probability of funding success.
- Working capital or transactional need identified
- Submission of invoices, purchase orders, or L/C drafts
- Validation of cargo, buyers, sellers
- Preliminary risk scoring
- Documentation completed
- Distribution to investors as necessary
- Funds released post-verification
- Self-liquidation tied to invoice or cargo cycle
- Detailed intake of sponsor materials and project feasibility
- Early structuring feedback
- Financial models, legal documentation, ratings (if applicable)
- Independent due diligence commences
- Structure finalized with sponsors
- Private placements, bonds, or direct loans offered to investors
- Final pricing, subscription, and settlement
- Funding disbursed; project execution begins
Common Deal-Killers & Disclaimers
- Incomplete documentation or KYC issues
- Overstated forecasts with no supporting basis
- Delays in compliance submissions or retainer payments
- Material risks uncovered during due diligence
Financely is not responsible for deal failures due to sponsor misrepresentations or regulatory issues. See our Earnings Disclaimer.
