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Not every million dollars is the same million dollars.
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Structure assumptions
Compare four common structures against the same headline.
Seller note
Earnout
Rollover equity
Cleanest exit. Buyers usually discount headline 5–10% for full cash.
Deferred payments over 5 years. ~10% risk assumed on note.
Contingent on future performance. Historical hit rate near 60%.
Equity in the new company. Upside 1.8x at ~65% odds.
Instant private PDF: the four structures side-by-side and a private action checklist for negotiation.
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What this tool tells you
Cash at close
What actually hits your account the day the deal signs — before any deferred or contingent piece.
Headline total
The number that gets talked about publicly. Almost always more than what a seller actually collects.
Risk-adjusted total
Deferred and contingent dollars weighted by realistic collection odds. The honest comparison.
What to do with your result
- Step 01
Read your first read
Every tool returns a private partial result so you can start thinking clearly.
- Step 02
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- Step 03
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