Resources for Business Buyers

Articles covering various aspects of buying a business.

Before you Buy

• Buying A Business? Here's How To Do It Right!

  The preparation you need to successfully complete the process.

• Industry Statistics Every Buyer Should Know

  You won't believe some of the numbers. Why it's so important for you to keep these in mind.

• The Best Gift You Can Ever Buy For Yourself: A Business of Your Own!

  Why owning your own business could be the best investment you ever make.

• Business Buying in tough Economy - Is Now The Right Time to Buy a Business?

  Lower sale prices and seller financing are just a few reasons to consider buying now.

• An Overview of Today's Business Opportunity Market

  A look at existing businesses, franchises, and start-ups. A lot of choices for you so here's the good and bad of each.

• How To Buy The Right Business For You

  A few proven steps to help you determine the right fit for you.

• Finding the Perfect Fit: Business Selection for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

  The critical factors to consider to determine what business is right for you.

• Why Buy an Existing Business?

  Reasons why buying an existing business may increase your chances of success.

• Franchises - What To Consider

  The important points to keep in mind when considering a franchise.

The Buying Process

• Jump-starting the Dream: How to Successfully Buy a Small Business Online

  Four critical factors to keep in mind when buying a business online.

• Five Questions Buyers Should Ask, But Usually Don't

  A new set of questions for buyers to ask when evaluating a business purchase.

• How To Value A Business

  A comprehensive review of valuation methods for small business purchases.

• Why Some "Ordinary" Businesses Sell For Massive Premiums?

  The key ingredients that increase a company's value.

• Business Brokers - How They Can Help You

  What you should know about how they operate before you hire one.

Closing the deal

• Due Diligence - How To Uncover Any Problems BEFORE You Buy

  Helpful advice for this crucial stage of the business buying process.

• Forget The Asking Price of A Business For Sale!!

  Why the asking price is not the purchase price.

• Negotiating Your Way To A Great Deal

  Proven tips and strategies for closing a great deal.

• In the Details: A Business Buyer’s Guide to Understanding the Fine Print

  How to ensure your business deal doesn't fall through at the last minute.

• Can’t Get a Bank Loan to Buy a Business? Look to Other Financing Methods

  Additional ways to secure financing for a business purchase.

• The Financing Advantage: SBA Loans for Business Buyers

  How to navigate the SBA loan approval process and finance your business purchase.

Sector Specific Tips

• Buying a Restaurant - What you NEED to know

  Pitfalls to avoid, valuations, lease issues and more.

• Buying a Retail Business

  The peculiarities to consider when buying a retail operation.

• Buying a Gas Station

  What you need to know before you buy a gas station and/or convenience store

• Buying A Liquor Store

  Key considerations, pitfalls and legal issues

• Buying a Service Business

  Pros and cons of buying a service business.

• Buying a Manufacturing Business

  Risks, considerations and more.

• Buying a Wholesale Business

  Key skills, considerations and risks.

• Buying an Internet Business

  There are many important considerations with an online purchase that differ from a brick and mortar business.

• Three Hotel Acquisition Tips

  Valuable information about hotel acquisitions.

After the Purchase

• The First Steps After You Buy a Business

  Your game plan for the first 90 days.

• Run Your Business Like You Have To Sell It

  Helpful techniques to add value to your business.

• Four Ways to Expand Your Business

  How to help your business thrive in these tough times.