Are you a first-time business buyer? If so, it is critical that you work with a business broker or M&A advisor. If you’ve never purchased a business before, you simply can’t anticipate all that is involved in buying a business. …
Entrepreneurs Dodge Rate Hikes as Small Business Acquisitions Continue Steady Gains Business transactions increased 8% versus the first quarter of 2023 Top-line sale prices drop 14% while creativity & seller financing close gaps Restaurants regain popularity, service remains consistent, retail…
Truly understanding a business is much like understanding the condition of a car. It is necessary for a skilled mechanic to “pop the hood” to access the true condition of a car. In much the same way, you and your…
If you’re planning to buy or sell a business that involves a lease, this can lead to an extra level of complication. Oftentimes, such as in the case of a restaurant or retail establishment, the location is essential to the…
There are clearly qualities that make a person an ideal candidate to be a business owner. On the other side of the coin, however, it’s clear that owning a business isn’t for everyone. Let’s take a look at some of…
If you’ve ever gotten any type of substantial loan, chances are that you’re already familiar with the concept of collateral. This is when something of value is pledged as security. As a result, the lender has something of value that…
A partnership agreement is a legal document that provides an outline of how a business will be run. This agreement will often be used by small for-profit businesses when two or more people are involved. It’s an essential document to…
BizBuySell has issued their latest insight report, which summarizes market growth and trends from last year. In this report, they have several interesting areas to report including a summary of how lower sales prices and rate hikes impacted the value…
BizBuySell just released its latest insight report, which tracked sales and growth in 2022 and compared it to the prior year. Overall, we are seeing a high demand for service-based businesses as well as an increase in restaurant business sales.…
Small Business Acquisitions Up 4.7% in 2022, Sale Prices Dip 3% Amid Inflation and Rate Hikes Small business values impacted by inflation, rate hikes High cost of capital gives buyers leverage in price negotiations Demand continues to favor the service…
When you’re in the process of buying a business, it’s important to stay logical. No matter how good the opportunity may seem at first glance, be sure to carefully evaluate the business in a step-by-step manner. Regardless of how excited…
Business ownership may be satisfying and potentially, very profitable. BUT IT IS NOT FOR EVERYONE! Longtime employees are used to a steady paycheck, company-paid vacations, comp time, retirement plans, and other benefits which they sometimes take for granted. Employers who…