Category: Impact Investing

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In3CAP and the Cost of Project Capital

In3’s various 100% financing options are all full-leverage, non-recourse capital, mostly for mid-market Project Finance, but with two that can accommodate venture capital as business lines of credit. Definitions: “100% leveraged” (aka “full leverage” or “fully leveraged”) funding simply means that the entire capital request can be satisfied from a single source. This contrasts with…
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Flagship CAP funding pairs well with senior loans

Program 5 line of credit for a business or project has advantages of low fees, a 15% interest deposit and below market rates of interest. Request password

Program 6: New cash bank deposits for “almost bankable” project loans

Program 6 for smaller bank loans via a non-dilutive cash deposit

Why consider equity partners to secure project funding?

Picking the right equity partner(s) is of great strategic importance.  History shows what can happen if there’s a mismatch in values, goals, aspirations … the equity partner can become a serious thorn in the paw of progress, or even ruin certain deals (run them into the ground). So why do it?  Because having an equity…
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Job Title: Deal Flow Manager

This position reports directly to senior executives and works with incoming leads to screen and make recommendations to In3’s Investment Committee.   Announcement Date:  10 February 2023 Start Date:  As soon as possible in 2023 Type of Position:  After extensive orientation period, ~20 hrs/week part time or can become fulltime. Location:  By remote. Candidates closer to…
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Learning must come before deciding

Synopsis — 60-second read: For experienced professionals, unlearning any conflicting or misapplied information comes before true learning can take place.  This is usually harder than learning anything new as it requires suspending (not acting on) any reactions or strong impulses that initially arise. This matters because, unless you can take a breath and stay interested…
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Mid-Market Project Financing — “Completion Assurance” Program gets a new name

In3 CGP is now called CAP — Completion Assurance Program — here’s why.

EBRD helps improve Completion Assurance guarantee value for Family Office project funding

Winter 2021 / 2022; updated 14 Jan 2022 Our Completion Assurance Program™ hinges on the developer or sponsor’s ability to facilitate a usable guarantee instrument (Step 3 here).  By special arrangement, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD.com), a development finance institution that is part of European Investment Bank, can help our clients by…
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Practitioner Series: Demand Guarantee Rules for Project Finance — ICC URDG 758

This article is for any stakeholder seeking In3’s project funding using a financial guarantee as completion surety.  It defines the underlying legal venue, a set of well-proven rules for international “standby” or “demand guarantees” practices, with independent legal analysis. What is a financial or “demand” guarantee and why might you need one?  More URDG-based financial…
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New option to qualify for CAP project funding — Avalized Promissory Note

Project developers can qualify for project funding under In3’s Completion Assurance Program™ (CAP) using a simple, 2-page commercial Promissory Note (PN) per bank “aval” or endorsement (an AvPN, defined below) as an alternative to a Bank Guarantee / Standby Letter of Credit (BG/SbLC) or Sovereign Guarantee (SG).  These are presently the main options available to…
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Finance Anything: Quick Guide to Early Stage, Greenfield or Growth Capital Formation

Sooner or later, anyone starting or growing a business will need to raise money to finance further development or prove that their venture or project can deliver value. Gaining access to such funding can be maker/breaker for any enterprise or project.  Cash to keep the doors open is like oxygen. Timing is one of the…
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Regenerating Forest

The Dirt on Climate Change: Regeneration Starts at Home

In3’s project funding program in now in full swing, working in collaboration with talented In3 Affiliate offices, kicking off “climate smart,” net zero, net carbon negative (net climate positive) and social impact projects worldwide, some with the potential to reverse climate change.  This is part of a new “Regenerative Economy” that gives rise to new…
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Job Description: Director of Project Finance

Apply by sending your resume and cover letter to jobs@in3capital.net Job Title: Director of Project Finance  Advancement Track:  Partner, Junior or Senior Compensation:  Depends on Experience (DOE) Hours:  Up to you, pending contractual arrangements Job Description:  Senior-level position responsible for facilitating lead qualification and screening, primarily via In3’s Capital Guarantee Program™ (CGP), enabling direct access…
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Confused?

Terminology Demystified

Definitions of various impact/sustainable investing terms and trends

What Makes CAP Funding Different?

Purpose, Goals, Benefits and Advantages of In3’s Completion Assurance Program (CAP) funding