Section VI: Exit Strategy, Payback Analysis and Closing Details

Too many business plans overlook this last important section. Investors and lenders want to know how they'll get their money back. In this section you'll learn the language and manner in which you'll be expected to convey this information. The Exit Strategy is most important for businesses that take on investors or venture capital, while Payback Analysis is for borrowers who take on a small business loan from a bank or lender.

Finally, we'll suggest some important disclaimers that should be included in your business plan. Follow the guidelines and templates in this section and you'll have what you need.

Business Plan Outline for Exit Strategy and Closing Details

Click any Bold Section Title in the outline below for a detailed description and complete overview of what should be included, mistakes to avoid, and important considerations.

Exit Strategy or Payback Analysis

• How a Loan will be Repaid

• How Equity Investors will Recover Their Investment

Notices and Disclaimers

• Confidentiality

• Forward-Looking Statements

• Not an Offer to Sell or a Solicitation for Securities