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In short
This is a financial fine or other punitive action imposed by a government agency for non-compliance with laws, rules, or regulations. It can be significant and impact a business's viability.
During due diligence, investigate any past or pending regulatory penalties against the target business. Future penalties could threaten the business's cash flow and your ability to service the loan. Understand the compliance landscape of the industry.
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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