Your agreement should address when a partner can or must be bought out of their partnership interest and the procedure to buy out the partner. Buying out a business partner is a complicated process.My business partner is retiring and has asked that I buy her out. I am fine with her asking price and terms but she said something that has me baffled. In this ultimate guide, we will unravel the mysterious world of buyout agreements and show you stepbystep how to navigate them like a pro. This guide outlines the essential procedures for buying a stake from a business partner. These include creating the motivation behind the buyout. Defining the parties involved in the agreement. Identify who is buying and who is being bought out. In most cases, the terms and conditions of a partner buyout are documented in the partnership agreement created when the Partnership is formed.