When buying an existing business, if loan terms are similar are there any advantages of seller financing over bank financing?
I'm in the process of acquiring an existing business and trying to structure a deal that works well for both the seller and me as they would be staying on in the business for another year or so as part of the handover.
Is it wrong to assume seller financing is preferable for the seller as they get to reduce their annual tax burden, plus they could get a higher payout based on the business performance going forward?
I'm in the process of acquiring an existing business and trying to structure a deal that works well for both the seller and me as they would be staying on in the business for another year or so as part of the handover.
Is it wrong to assume seller financing is preferable for the seller as they get to reduce their annual tax burden, plus they could get a higher payout based on the business performance going forward?
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