When business sales don’t go through, often the reasons are major, while other times they’re small or even personal. In some cases, the sale doesn’t happen because of specific disagreements on terms or misalignments in expectations between the buyer and seller. Let’s take a closer look at some of the issues that can interfere with…
When you decide to purchase a business, a crucial step is drafting a compelling letter of intent (LOI). This document outlines the terms and conditions of the proposed transaction, serving as a roadmap for further negotiations. A well-structured LOI can set the stage for a successful acquisition. Read on for the key elements that should…
Whether you’re leaping into entrepreneurship for the very first time, or a seasoned business owner, preparing to buy a business requires a great deal of effort. Fortunately, you don’t need to go it alone. An experienced business broker, working collaboratively with you, your financial advisor, accountant, and an attorney will prove to be an invaluable…
Have you spent years dreaming of owning your own restaurant? If so, you are in luck, as market reports indicate that there are projected to be more restaurants for sale in 2022-2023 than in recent memory. Let’s break down what we may see in the coming 18 months. Restaurant Sales Growth 2021 vs. 2022 There’s…
Reports show that there are more than 70,000 bars and nightclubs in the U.S. This proves that if you’re dreaming of owning a bar, you’re in excellent company. When you’re ready to make your dream become a reality, you have two options. You can launch a bar from the ground up. You can also purchase…
The buyer-seller meeting is quite often a “make or break” meeting. Your business broker or M&A Advisor will do everything possible to ensure that this meeting goes as well as possible. It is vitally important to realize that rarely is there an offer before buyers and sellers actually meet. The all-important offer usually comes directly…
Sellers generally desire all-cash transactions; however, oftentimes partial seller financing is necessary in typical middle market company transactions. Furthermore, sellers who demand all-cash deals typically receive a lower purchase price than they would have if the deal were structured differently. Although buyers may be able to pay all-cash at closing, they often want to structure…
Owning a business and owning the right kind of business for you are, of course, two wildly different things. Owning the wrong kind of business can make you absolutely miserable. So if you are considering buying a business, it is prudent that you invest the time and effort into determining the best kind of business…
There is no doubt about it, it can be exciting to buy a new business. However, in the process, it is very important that you don’t become unrealistic about future growth. Keep in mind that in the vast majority of cases, if a business is poised to quickly grow substantially, the seller would be far…
The simple but undeniable fact is buying a business is one of the single greatest financial decisions a person can make. Buying a business can lead to great financial success or great financial failure. This fact helps to underscore why it is so important to work with an experienced broker who can help guide you…