Glossary · Doing the deal
In short
This is the total price you pay to buy a business, including the purchase price, working capital, and all associated fees. It's the full financial outlay for the entire transaction.
Your acquisition cost forms the basis for your financing structure. It includes the business's purchase price, required working capital, lender fees, legal expenses, and other closing costs. Ensure you account for every expense to avoid unexpected shortfalls.
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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