It is very common for a purchaser of a business to plan to finance the sale with an SBA loan. Needless to say, there are a number of qualifications the buyer must meet. And there are strict requirements for the business, cash flow being the most critical and supported by tax returns. The business generally must generate enough cash to cover operating expenses, the buyer’s compensation, and loan payments with an adequate cushion. Many transactions do not get approved, so it is worthwhile to contact a business broker or an M&A business advisor to get started early in the planning process to get the best chance that the business will qualify for a loan.
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November 10, 2026
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