Seller Defense

How to reduce retrading risk before selling your business

Published August 31, 2026 · Reviewed by The Diligence Standard Team · Updated September 11, 2026

Prepare earnings, working capital, owner dependence, CapEx and LOI assumptions before exclusivity gives a buyer more negotiating leverage.

This guide is organized around the evidence a buyer or seller should be able to reconcile before relying on a transaction claim.