Buyer Articles

The Top 3 Key Factors to Consider about Earnings

By Sam Mohlenhoff / July 5, 2017 / Comments Off on The Top 3 Key Factors to Consider about Earnings

Two businesses could report the same numeric value for earnings but that doesn’t always tell the whole story. As it turns out, there is far more to earnings than may initially meet the eye. While two businesses might have a similar sale price, that certainly doesn’t mean that they are of equal value. In order…

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Are You Sure Your Deal is Completed?

By Sam Mohlenhoff / June 14, 2017 / Comments Off on Are You Sure Your Deal is Completed?

When it comes to your deal being completed, having a signed Letter of Intent is great. While everything may seem as though it is moving along just fine, it is vital to remember that the deal isn’t done until many boxes have been checked. The due diligence process should never be overlooked. It is during…

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What Should Be in Your Partnership Agreement

By Sam Mohlenhoff / January 17, 2017 / Comments Off on What Should Be in Your Partnership Agreement

Partnership agreements are essential business documents, the importance of which is difficult to overstate. No matter whether your business partner is essentially a stranger or a lifelong friend, it is prudent to have a written partnership agreement. A good partnership agreement clearly outlines all rights and responsibilities and serves as an essential tool for dealing…

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Can I Buy a Business With No Collateral

By Sam Mohlenhoff / January 3, 2017 / Comments Off on Can I Buy a Business With No Collateral

At first glance the idea of buying a business with no collateral may seem impossible, but in reality it can be done. Let’s examine your options. When it comes to achieving this goal, your greatest assets are an open mind and a commitment to hanging in there despite the odds. The Small Business Association’s 7…

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Should You Become a Business Owner?

By Sam Mohlenhoff / December 19, 2016 / Comments Off on Should You Become a Business Owner?

While being a business owner may in the end not be for everyone, there is no denying the great rewards that come to business owners. So should you buy a business of your own? Let’s take a moment and outline the diverse benefits of owning a business and help you decide whether or not this…

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Three Overlooked Areas to Investigate Before Buying

By Sam Mohlenhoff / December 7, 2016 / Comments Off on Three Overlooked Areas to Investigate Before Buying

Before you jump in and buy any business, you’ll want to do your due diligence. Buying a business is no time to make assumptions or simply wing it. The only prudent course is to carefully investigate any business before buying, as the consequences of not doing so can in fact be rather dire. Let’s take…

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5 Tips for Buyers of International Businesses

By Patriot M&A / August 30, 2016 / Comments Off on 5 Tips for Buyers of International Businesses

The decision to buy an international business is no doubt quite serious. There are numerous factors that must be taken into consideration when deciding whether or not an international business purchase is the right move. Let’s take a closer look. Tip #1 – Relocating Vs. Hiring a Manager Buying an international business can also mean…

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5 Reasons Buying a Business is Preferable to Starting a New One

By Patriot M&A / July 12, 2016 / Comments Off on 5 Reasons Buying a Business is Preferable to Starting a New One

If you are considering running your own business, one of the first questions that might pop in your mind is: should I start a new one or buy an established business. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the age-old dilemma of buying an existing business verses starting a new one from scratch.…

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A Buyer’s Quandary

By Patriot M&A / October 21, 2015 / Comments Off on A Buyer’s Quandary

Statistics reveal that out of about 15 would-be business buyers, only one will actually buy a business. It is important that potential sellers be knowledgeable on what buyers go through to actually become business owners. This is especially true for those who have started their own business or have forgotten what they went thorough prior…

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The Confidentiality Agreement

By Patriot M&A / June 9, 2015 / Comments Off on The Confidentiality Agreement

When considering selling their companies, many owners become paranoid regarding the issue of confidentiality. They don’t want anyone to know the company is for sale, but at the same time, they want the highest price possible in the shortest period of time. This means, of course, that the company must be presented to quite a…

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