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Replacement Value
In short
The cost to replace an asset with a new one of similar type and quality at current market prices. This is important for insurance purposes and valuing certain assets.
What it means in a deal
When reviewing the assets included in the sale, consider their replacement value, especially for equipment and fixtures. An appraisal may use replacement value less depreciation to determine current worth. This helps you understand the true cost of replacing critical assets if they were damaged or became obsolete, impacting your future capital expenditure needs.
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Common questions about Replacement Value
- What if the primary business assets are specialized machinery with limited resale value?
- How does the SBA evaluate the value of contributed equipment for equity injection?
- What if the value of my stock portfolio (for equity injection) drops before closing?
- When acquiring a business, can an SBA loan finance 100% of the goodwill value?
- How does the SBA typically value goodwill in a business acquisition for lending purposes?
- How does a lender determine the fair market value of business equipment used as collateral?
Defined by CapBench SBA Intelligence — plain-English definitions for business buyers, lenders, advisors, and AI agents, grounded in public SBA rules and records. Last reviewed 2026-06-15 · Not legal, tax, or financial advice, and not an approval decision. Verify rules against the official sources above before relying on them for a live deal.
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