How is a purchase funded under a Buy-Sell Agreement?
Many small businesses do not have the capital reserves to fund the purchase of an ownership interest. As such, a common approach (utilized by businesses and individuals alike) is to purchase and maintain an insurance policy from which the proceeds (upon the disability, death, or retirement of an owner) are used to purchase the available ownership interest. Other funding options include installment plans and loan arrangements. For one reason or another, every small business is eventually confronted with the loss of an owner. As such, whether you have a startup company or an existing small business, it is of critical importance that you have a well-drafted Buy-Sell Agreement in place to maintain business continuity and to proactively limit any issues relating to the departure of an owner.
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