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Strategic vs. Financial Buyers: Distinctive Ways of Acquiring Businesses

Tags: Business Planning, Business Transition and Exit Planning, Buying a Business, Selling Your Business,

As a business owner who is considering selling their business, you should take time to carefully understand the types of buyers, whether they are strategic or financial, in order to get the best outcome.

Investing Basics For Beginners Installment #2: Investing is Risky But Not Investing is Riskier ^*

January 17, 2022
/ Investors
/ By Jonathan Friedland

Tags: Buying a Business, Financial Literacy, Investors, Personal Finance/Investing,

What is risk? Every investment carries some level of risk. There are several types of risks you should know about as an investor: Business Risk, Volatility Risk, Inflation Risk, Interest Rate Risk, and Liquidity Risk.

Reading and Writing a Letter of Intent

September 27, 2021
/ Business Owners & Executives • Investors
/ By Peter Feinberg

Tags: Business Transition and Exit Planning, Buying a Business, Selling Your Business,

Think of the LOI as akin to a father asking his daughter’s date, “What are your intentions with my daughter, young man?” but doesn’t have to be that intimidating.

3 Advantages (and Disadvantages) of Owning a Franchise for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Tags: Business Management, Buying a Business, Small Business, Start-Ups & Entrepreneurship,

Owning a franchise is a great way to transition from a corporate job to self-employment. But, the benefits of a franchise come with caveats.

Acquisition Risks: That Company May Be Good to Own, but Tough to Buy

Tags: Buying a Business, Due Diligence, Mergers-Acquisitions-Integrations, Risk & Assurance,

A company may look like a gold mine before you’ve weighed the acquisition risks and challenges. Ask these questions to avoid buyer’s remorse.

Business Valuation Is More Art Than Science

July 1, 2021
/ Business Owners & Executives • Investors
/ By Steven Fischoff

Tags: Business Transition and Exit Planning, Buying a Business, Selling Your Business, Valuation,

Business valuation professionals approach valuation methods with subjectivity, which requires special consideration when determining value.

Why You Shouldn’t Always Rely On “Market” Terms in Business Transactions

Tags: Business Law, Buying a Business, Legal Services, Mergers-Acquisitions-Integrations, Selling Your Business, Valuation,

In business transactions, a deal attorney may describe certain contract terms as “market.” What does this mean, and should you agree to them?

Considerations in business purchase due diligence

How to Conduct Due Diligence Before Buying a Business

Tags: Buying a Business, Due Diligence, Mergers-Acquisitions-Integrations,

The process of due diligence before buying a business includes legal, financial and operational considerations. Know what to look for and get ahead of the game.

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An Intermediary to Lead the Process: Investment Banker or Business Broker?

Tags: Advisors, Business Planning, Business Transition and Exit Planning, Buying a Business, Mergers-Acquisitions-Integrations, Selling Your Business, Valuation,

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?

Someone's hand signs a business sale contract after finding the perfect business buyer

How to Find the Right Business Buyer for Your Company

Tags: Business Management, Business Transition and Exit Planning, Buying a Business, Mergers-Acquisitions-Integrations, Selling Your Business, Succession Planning,

What kind of business buyer should you approach to sell your business? Find out where to meet financial, strategic and operator buyers.

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