Everything you need to invest in SMBs
Access SMB deals
Gain unparalleled access to quality deal flow, ensuring each investment aligns with your broader investment strategy.
Invest deal-by-deal
Seamlessly invest in individual deals with a streamlined commitment and closing process.
Grow your network
Cultivate relationships with leading operators and connect with other like-minded accredited investors.
Manage your portfolio
Effortlessly stay up to date on your investments through Mainshares' Investor Portal which handles financial reporting, distributions, K-1s, governance, and investor updates.
Serious entrepreneurs with vetted deals
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Deal Types
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SMB acquisitions
Mix of industries: trades, manufacturing, distribution, SaaS, managed services
Self-funded searchers, independent sponsors, employee buy-outs
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Mechanics
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Listed once under-contract, typically 60-90 days to fund and close
Target raise typically 5-40% of total deal costs
$25K - $500K minimum investment
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Criteria
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Actively operated by entrepreneur
Targeting 25% IRR or higher
Invested capital typically returned within 5 years
Cash flow and/or value appreciation strategies
Ready to start investing?
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All investors on Mainshares need to be accredited investors.
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Provide your investment criteria
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Get matched with deals that are the best fit by providing your investment criteria and expertise.
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Access vetted deals
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Invest deal-by-deal from a wide range of high quality SMBs and operators.
Unlocking
SMB Investment Potential
With a comprehensive investor platform, Mainshares provides an investment grade experience for the previously untapped asset class of SMB acquisitions.
Estimated 1.2M baby boomer-owned SMBs reaching retirement, many without succession plans.
Institutional investors often overlook these opportunities due to their smaller scale, leading to a notable investment gap.
Increasing interest from skilled professionals in acquiring SMBs.
Long-standing, profitable businesses ideal for implementing more efficient business practices.
Targeting return profiles above 25% IRR's based on historical conservative weighted average.
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