Glossary · Reading the business
In short
Functions like HR, accounting, or IT that are provided by a central entity to multiple businesses, often a parent company or related entities.
If the business you're buying relies on Shared services from the seller's other entities, you need to understand how these will transition. You might need to replicate these services internally or find new providers, which impacts your Operating plan and Cash flow projection post-acquisition.
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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