Frequently Asked Questions

How is ECP different from other financial companies and institutions?

We are focused and understand the high tech landscape. We are quick to evaluate, quick to approve, and quick to close and deliver the money so you can stay focused on the business. Term and closing documents are standardized to keep transaction cost to a minimum.

What are the costs of ECP’s money?

Each situation is different and we like to say, doing business with us is as easy as 1 2 3 4. Contact us to find out what that means for your company.

How long does it take to get the money?

From initial inquiry to cashing the cheque in your bank account takes typically two weeks.

What kind of diligence can I expect before I know the capital is available?

Our diligence is straight forward, and if you have your financial statements and tax returns in order, it should not be a big effort to comply. Typically our diligence takes less than a day to complete.

Does ECP take an ownership position in my company?

No, we deliberately do not touch the share capital of the company as our SRED loan is strictly a loan.

What are the legal closing costs required to complete the loan transaction?

Our closing documents are standardized and our legal counsel is familiar with our transaction requirements—so using experienced lawyers for this type of transaction keeps the costs down.

What is the difference between SRED factoring and SRED financing?

SRED factoring is a process where a third party actually purchases your SRED claim at a discount and then ‘owns’ the full claim. The company making the SRED claim no longer has any ownership or control over the SRED claim asset. In SRED factoring, there is no balance due to the company as the SRED claim has been factored or purchased by a third party.

In SRED financing, the finance company loans the company money using the SR&ED claim as collateral, similar to the way a mortgage works. The company still retained ownership of the SR&ED claim. Typically, once the SR&ED claim is paid out by CRA, there is a balance that goes back to the company doing the filing.

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