Glossary · Doing the deal
In short
The process of one or more partners acquiring the ownership interest of another partner in a business. An SBA 7(a) loan can finance this if specific conditions are met, such as a change of ownership.
For a partner buyout with an SBA 7(a) loan, the selling partner must completely divest their ownership. The loan proceeds can't go to the business itself, only to the selling partner. Ensure the deal structure clearly separates the buying and selling entities to comply with SBA change of ownership rules.
13 CFR Part 120 — Business Loans
Office of the Federal Register · Federal regulation
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.
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