Buying A Business

What is due diligence?
Due diligence is research and analysis of a company or organization in preparation for a business transaction, such as a purchase of a business or sec...
Tue, Nov 22, 2016 at 3:51 PM
Where can I find businesses to buy?
If you want to buy a small business, business for sale web sites are the best places to look. Bizbuysell and Bizquest are both good sources for small bus...
Sat, Jan 14, 2017 at 3:52 PM
What is a finder’s fee?
A finder's fee is a commission paid to an intermediary or a facilitator of a transaction. The fee is earned because the intermediary discovered the...
Wed, Sep 7, 2016 at 2:29 PM
How long does it normally take to find and buy a business?
The average time is about 9 months for a small business, but there is a wide variation. It’s not uncommon for a buyer to look at hundreds of listings,...
Tue, Nov 22, 2016 at 3:42 PM
Where can I get financing to buy a business?
It’s very difficult to get financing to buy a small business. The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides acquisition financing, but it’s hard to ...
Wed, Sep 7, 2016 at 2:30 PM
What is a contingent payment?
A contingent payment is a payment that is paid when something happens in the future. Contingent payments are often used in M&A transactions to brid...
Wed, Sep 7, 2016 at 2:31 PM
Should I hire an intermediary to conduct an acquisition search?
Yes, if you can afford it.  An  intermediary can search web sites for businesses matching your criteria. They can also search for “pre-market” business...
Wed, Sep 7, 2016 at 2:33 PM