Every time there was a buy-out for a company I owned stock in (three times), the buy-out was a windfall. Generally, buy-outs are good for stockholders. The buyer of the company generally pays a premium for the purchase. To be honest, every buy-out I was involved with, I would have preferred the company not to sell. I would have made more money if the company did not sell at all. However, ILNS does have a liquidity problem, so ILNS may go for the buy-out option. Of course, there are no guarantees. If ILNS can get a good partner, in the long run that would be better for the stockholders. Of course, day traders want a buy-out-- but people who like to invest for the long term--like me- a partnership would be better. Good luck to you.
