[p1acebo]

Blaming the victim..is like saying people deserve to be raped because they walk alone at night.

As the liabilities of the tuition center can be hidden and various problems only person managing it will know ...you depend on the integrity of the seller on these things.

She did not do her due diligence. Misplaced sympathy.

The correct way is to wipe the slate clean. Incorporate a new entity / company.  Or have an underwriting to stipulate that the previous owner is liable for all previous debts owed etc. And have him / her sign it. 

No sign no deal.  Don’t rush and always DYODD. So simpur.