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1. What is the Deal Flow Connection?

Deal Flow Connection is the gateway where good business ideas get connected to finance. It is a common platform where the different players in the Deal Flow Community get connected. The Deal Flow Community is made up of entrepreneurs with investable deals, intermediaries, financial institutions and investors.

For Entrepreneurs

1. What can the Deal Flow Connection do for Growing Enterprises?

The Deal Flow Connection assists enterprises gain access to intermediaries and various sources of funds. Through the intermediaries, enterprises can receive assistance on financial management as well as other finance related advisory. Through the Deal Flow portal, enterprises can register their interest online and select the intermediaries they wish to be connected with. In addition, regular networking sessions and workshops are organized to help our enterprises become more savvy in financing their business. The portal will also provide members with up-to-date financial news and finance-related information.

2. What type of enterprises can benefit?

Enterprises at different phases of their growth, from different industry sectors can make use of Deal Flow Connection. Businesses can tap this platform to match their deals with different sources of finance ranging from loans to equity funding such as venture funds and private placements. Deals are often facilitated through intermediaries who play an important role in helping business draw up their business plans and structure deals.

3. What amount of money can I raise from the 'Deal Flow Connection'?

There is no fixed sum of capital stipulated. Different intermediaries and investors have different appetite. Most intermediaries would prefer to work with S$50,000.00 and above.

4. Will financial institutions / investors put money into start-ups?

Yes, but as start-ups may lack the necessary business track records, investors will be more demanding and selective. Financial institutions / investors are also likely to favour enterprises established by entrepreneurs with relevant business experience and which have prepared detailed business plans with proper financial forecasts.

5. What is the role of the intermediaries in the Deal Flow Connection?

Intermediaries have different capabilities. Some are introducers with a wide network of contacts with private investors. They will help match potential deals with these investors. Some intermediaries, often referred to as the Financial Advisors / Consultants not only help in facilitating the deals between enterprises and financial institutions / investors, they also contribute strategic advice, marketing, finance and accounting skills to help enterprises draw up their business plans and structure deals.

6. Do I need to pay the financial advisor for the time they spend working on raising funds for my business?

This will be negotiated between the company and the financial advisor and will often depend on other elements in the deal. Usually, the first meeting will be exploratory and non-chargeable.

7. Must I raise funds for my business through the intermediaries?

Due to the network and advisory capabilities of intermediaries, companies are strongly encouraged to engage the services of an intermediary / financial advisor to assist in raising funds. The value of an intermediary to a business includes drafting the business plan or information memorandum, help to source for potential investors which may include venture capitalists, finance companies and angel investors.

8. Can I deal with the financial institutions or investors directly?

You may contact financial institutions or investors directly when you have accepted the financial institution that was referred to you by the business manager.

9. How much will it cost me to register as a user of the Deal Flow portal?

The membership fee for this portal is $50(subjected to GST at prevailing rate) for 1 year.

For Intermediaries

1. What can Deal Flow Connection do for the intermediaries?

The Deal Flow Connection provides intermediaries an alternative avenue to access promising enterprises seeking capital as well as those seeking expert services. In addition, intermediaries can also widen the choice of their investment opportunities for the investors they represent. Finally, the Deal Flow Connection enables a financial intermediary to broaden his / her investors' network.

2. Do I need to pay a fee to the Deal Flow Connection for any successful deals structured?

Yes, any successful deal structured will be subjected to a fee. The business manager will require the intermediary to disclose details of the structured deal. All information furnished to the business manager will strictly be confidential.

3. How do I register as an Intermediary to the Deal Flow Connection?

You can email the business manager to deals@dpgroup.com.sg your interest. A detailed form will be sent to you for registration purpose. All information will be kept Confidential by the business manager.

For Sources of Funds

1. What are sources of funds?

Sources of funds generally refer to financial institutions like banks, OTC, finance houses, venture capital firms and investors.

2. What can the Deal Flow Connection do for 'Sources of Funds'?

The Deal Flow Connection aims to help financial institutions, venture capital firms and investors get access to entrepreneurs with promising business ideas.

3. How do I register as an Investor under the Sources of Funds category?

You can email the business manager at deals@dpgroup.com.sg your interest. A detailed form will be sent to you for registration purpose. All information will be kept confidential by the business manager.