Glossary · Reading the business
Interim Financials
In short
These are financial statements (like P&L and Balance Sheet) prepared for a period shorter than a full fiscal year, typically quarterly or monthly, to show recent performance. They provide a current snapshot of the business's health beyond the last tax return.
What it means in a deal
You'll need Interim Financials during due diligence to see how the business is performing right now, not just historically. Lenders require them to ensure the business hasn't declined since its last tax filing, especially if the deal takes a few months to close. Always compare them to prior periods and tax returns.
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Common questions about Interim Financials
- Besides financials, what other key documents are needed for an SBA 7(a) loan?
- What if my personal liquidity is low, but the business's financials are very strong?
- How important is my personal credit score if the business I'm buying has strong financials?
- What specific diligence must a lender perform on seller's financials for a 7(a) acquisition loan?
- What if the seller's representations about the business's financials turn out to be significantly inaccurate during diligence?
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