Glossary · Doing the deal
In short
This is the compensation paid to a business broker or M&A advisor for facilitating the sale of a business. It's typically a percentage of the sale price.
Broker fees are usually paid by the seller, but sometimes they can be structured into the overall deal costs, which might impact your total project costs. Ensure clarity on who pays what and that the fee structure is transparent before signing any agreements.
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
Last checked 2026-06-15. Official sources control — verify before relying on any rule for a live deal.
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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