Buyer Interest and Offers

NDA

Non-disclosure agreement. A contract that says buyers must keep the seller’s information private. Why it matters: An NDA is one of the first protections a seller has before sharing sensitive financial, customer, employee, or operational information.

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Seller

The current business owner who wants to sell the business. Why it matters: The seller is not just handing over ownership; they are also proving the business, answering diligence requests, negotiating risk allocation, and often helping with transition.

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Binding Terms Breakup Fee Confidentiality Agreement Exclusivity Indication of Interest IOI Letter of Intent LOI No-Shop Clause Non-Binding

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