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Articles tagged: Buying a Business

Strategic vs. Financial Buyers: Distinctive Ways of Acquiring Businesses

If you are considering selling your business it is critical to understand how strategic vs. financial buyers can shape your sale process and impact your goals.

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Understand Buy-Sell Agreements: Safeguard Your Business Against Death, Disability, Divorce, and Disputes

Buy-sell agreements protect businesses from death, disability, divorce, and disputes, ensuring smooth ownership transitions and financial stability.

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Reading and Writing a Letter of Intent

A Letter of Intent is typically a letter of interest presented from a buyer to a seller that outlines various terms and conditions regarding the proposed sale.

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5 Important Considerations for Aspiring Franchise Investors

Explore key considerations for franchise investors including costs, risks, operational complexities, and time commitments, to make informed decisions.

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How to Conduct Due Diligence Before Buying a Business

A buyer should conduct due diligence before buying a business. This process will provide critical insight into the target company’s finances and operations.

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What To Do When Your Company May Be Insolvent

Suppose you sit on the board of directors or are a significant owner of what was a successful company. Suppose further that the company’s fortunes have taken a turn for […]

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Steps for Protecting Business Sale Confidentiality

A transaction advisor can help you ensure confidentiality when selling your business. Take these steps to avoid a confidentiality breach.

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Business Valuation Is More Art Than Science

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

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The Purchase Agreement Essentials: Representations and Warranties

Protecting Yourself with Representations and Warranties The representations and warranties section is one of the most negotiated sections of a purchase agreement between a buyer and seller. It covers statements […]

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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?

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