Debtor-in-possession (DIP) financing is a term for providing liquidity during the bankruptcy process.
DIP financing ensures that the company has the necessary funds to maintain operations, pay employees, and fulfill other essential obligations during the restructuring process. This liquidity helps the business avoid further financial distress and stave-off immediate liquidation.
eCapital works directly with bankruptcy attorneys to streamline the DIP financing process to get clients the funds they need, so they can turn their business around quickly and come back stronger.
Debtor-in-Possession (DIP) refers to a business that has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection but continues to operate under court supervision. In this status, the business (the “debtor”) retains possession and control of its assets and day-to-day operations, rather than having them handed over to a trustee.
Key Points:
DIP Financing is a special form of funding made available to businesses in Chapter 11 bankruptcy. It provides the working capital needed to maintain operations during the restructuring process.
The debtor must operate transparently and often needs court approval for major decisions.
DIP lenders are typically given priority status, meaning they are repaid before existing creditors in the event of liquidation.
The goal of DIP is to give the business a chance to reorganize, stabilize cash flow, and emerge stronger without shutting down or liquidating.
In short, debtor-in-possession allows a struggling business to keep running while working through a legal and financial restructuring process.
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While each DIP Financing scenario is slightly different, the process typically involves the following steps:
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DIP financing is a special form of funding provided to businesses undergoing Chapter 11 bankruptcy. It supplies the working capital needed to maintain operations, pay critical expenses, and execute a restructuring plan.
Businesses that have filed for Chapter 11 or are actively planning to do so may qualify. Lenders evaluate the business’s assets, restructuring plan, and ability to repay the facility during or after reorganization.
