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It’s Never Too Early to Start Leadership Succession Planning
Leadership succession planning should not wait until the business needs a shake up. Develop talent and leaders in good times and bad. Read More
Banker, Broker or Sell it Yourself: Choosing the Right Method to Sell Your Company
If you don’t know how to sell a small business, you may find resources and expertise in an investment banker or broker, but it can come at a cost. Read More
Breaking Up Is Hard to Do: Surviving a Business Divorce
A business divorce is sometimes inevitable, but it can be avoided. Precautionary measures and written agreements can aid in resolving partnership disputes when they occur. Read More
An Intermediary to Lead the Process: Investment Banker or Business Broker?
The road to selling a business is winding. The right intermediary will guide you down the right path. Do you need a business broker or an investment banker? Read More
Small Business Transitions: Semi Retirement for Entrepreneurs
Before small business owner Jan can improve her life and work balance and enter semi retirement, she must prepare her business to run independently. Read More
How to Find the Right Business Buyer for Your Company
What kind of business buyer should you approach to sell your business? Find out where to meet financial, strategic and operator buyers. Read More
The Purchase Agreement Essentials – Business Deal ‘Terms of Sale’
The terms of sale are the heart of the purchase and sale agreement. They define what is being purchased, how much it costs and how payment will be made. Read More
A Visual Guide to the 5 Legal M&A Deal Structures
There are five basic M&A deal structures, including four share acquisition methods and one asset acquisition method. What are the benefits of each structure? Read More
When Does an Asset Acquisition Become a De Facto Merger?
Asset acquisitions are presumed to be free and clear of claims against the seller. But liabilities can pass to the buyer, resulting in a de facto merger. Read More
Purchase Agreement Essentials – Boilerplate Provisions Terminology
In a purchase agreement, boilerplate provisions clarify the terms of the contract, who has contractual rights and how disputes are handled. Read More