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Risk Planning

How to Build a Backup Exit Strategy

Strong deals have a primary exit and at least one realistic backup plan.

Examples of backup exits

What makes a backup exit real

A backup plan is not just “I’ll figure something out.” It should be legally possible, financially viable, and executable within the contract timeline.

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