Glossary · Reading the business
In short
Strategies and actions taken to reduce the likelihood or impact of potential problems for the business. Lenders look for this to protect their investment.
During due diligence, identify key business risks (e.g., customer concentration, key employee dependence) and plan how you'll mitigate them. For example, key man insurance mitigates the risk of losing a critical employee. Presenting a solid risk mitigation strategy strengthens your loan application by assuring the lender of your preparedness.
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
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Send us the asking price and the seller's cash flow — we'll show whether the deal services SBA debt and where the add-backs are likely to hold up.
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