Why Tribal Financial Advisors?

Obtaining the best financial advice for any important financial decision or analysis is just as important as hiring the best legal counsel.  Financial decisions have consequences and financial transactions have terms and conditions that will impact a Tribe for years.  In a financing, fractions of a percent can save millions of dollars and create the foundation for financial freedom and sustainability.

TFA Adds Value

Solutions that Maximize

  • Being independent means that TFA's interests are always aligned with our clients.  We take do not accept compensation from the providers of capital and thus can offer truly unbiased and conflict-free financial advice.
  • Since we are not a provider of capital we can recommend creative solutions that are the best for Tribes as opposed to approaches that are best for lenders or someone other than a Tribe.
  • Our insight into Tribal issues is fostered through our Tribal Board of Advisors, which helps us identify the best course of action to achieve the client's goals.

The Best Deal Possible

  • TFA's involvement changes the dynamic of the financing process and ultimately pays for itself many times over.  TFA provides Tribal clients a third-party validation that the terms of the Tribe's transaction are market and fair and that the long-term financial health of the Tribe is not at risk.
  • Our capabilities are without peer when a Tribal casino is involved – TFA principals have done more transactions in Indian Country than any other team – on or off Wall Street.

Peace of Mind

  • We collectively bring years of relevant experience, credibility and expertise in Indian Country and on Wall Street to the Tribe's side of the table, in addition to a history of creative leadership in Native American and corporate finance.
  • Our principals have raised over $16 billion of debt for Tribes over their careers.
  • TFA enhances a Tribe's existing finance team.  In addition to providing capital markets advice, we expedite the process by doing the heavy-lifting of financial analysis required for a financial decision or transaction.
  • Our advice always includes a fundamental understanding of Tribal governmental needs and a realistic view of our client's overall financial health and needs.  We understand we work for the Tribe.