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Offers, Deal Structure & Closing
LOIs, deposits, contingencies, seller financing, escrow, and coordinated closing.
Information current as of August 1, 2026
QUESTION 01What should a business purchase offer address?
Depending on the form and transaction, an offer may address price, included and excluded assets, assumed liabilities, inventory, working capital, deposit, financing, due diligence, lease or real estate, training, transition, noncompetition terms, approvals, closing conditions, and deadlines. The parties should obtain legal and tax advice before relying on the final structure.
QUESTION 02Is the highest price always the best offer?
Not necessarily. A seller should compare expected net proceeds, financing certainty, buyer qualifications, contingencies, diligence scope, deposit, transition demands, seller financing, closing schedule, and execution risk. A lower-priced offer with credible financing and limited uncertainty can be more attractive than a higher headline number with significant conditions.
QUESTION 03What is the broker’s role at closing?
The broker commonly coordinates communication, timelines, information flow, agreed business terms, and participation by escrow, attorneys, accountants, lenders, landlords, and other professionals. The broker does not replace those specialists. The precise role depends on the state, brokerage relationship, written agreements, and transaction.