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In short
Board representation refers to having a seat on a company's board of directors, giving you a voice in strategic decisions. This is rare for a small business buyer, but important if an investor is involved.
In the context of buying a small business with an SBA 7(a) loan, board representation is usually not a factor unless you have a significant equity investor or a complex partnership. For a typical acquisition, you, as the owner, will be making all strategic decisions.
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