Glossary · Your money in the deal
In short
An employer-sponsored retirement plan that allows employees to save and invest for retirement on a tax-deferred basis. Like an IRA, it can be a source of funds for a business purchase via a ROBS.
If you have funds in a 401k from a previous employer, you can roll them into a new IRA and then use a ROBS structure to fund your business down payment. Be aware of the strict IRS rules and potential penalties for improper withdrawals. This requires professional guidance.
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
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Defined by DealRoom.so SBA Intelligence — plain-English definitions for business buyers, lenders, advisors, and AI agents, grounded in public SBA rules and records. Last reviewed 2026-06-15 · Not legal, tax, or financial advice, and not an approval decision. Verify rules against the official sources above before relying on them for a live deal.
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