Sell-Side Client Onboarding Procedure
Corporate Procedure & Engagement Protocol
This document outlines the standard protocol for client engagement with Financely. Adherence is required to ensure efficient and successful transaction outcomes.
Engagement Protocol
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Formal Inquiry: Initiate an engagement by submitting a formal inquiry via our Intake Form. For procedural questions, consult the FAQ. A non-refundable fee, creditable to the retainer, is required to commence review.
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Proposal & Term Sheet: Subject to a satisfactory preliminary review, Financely will issue a non-binding Term Sheet detailing the proposed structure, fees, and material conditions for the transaction.
- 3.
Activation & Retainer: Upon execution of the Term Sheet and receipt of the specified retainer, the engagement shall be considered active. Financely will subsequently commence formal underwriting and capital matching.
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Closing & Disbursement: Upon successful funding of the transaction, Financely shall disburse net proceeds to the client's designated account, less all agreed-upon fees and participations as stipulated in the executed agreement.
Client Obligations & Best Practices
Required Practices
- Provide complete and accurate documentation.
- Allocate sufficient budget for all stipulated fees.
- Ensure timely responses to all diligence requests.
Prohibited Actions
- Submitting incomplete or misleading data.
- Materially altering the deal structure post-engagement.
- Failing to demonstrate financial commitment.
Transaction Timelines
Trade Finance
Estimated 3–6 weeks
Includes validation, structuring, and disbursement contingent upon the trade cycle.
Project Finance
Estimated 2–6+ months
Includes feasibility, due diligence, structuring, and investor placement.
Disclaimer: The timelines stated are estimates and non-binding. Timelines for other services or transactions are specified on their dedicated pages or, where applicable, will be governed by the executed Term Sheet. Final timelines are contingent upon client compliance and market conditions.
