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Knowing how to buy a business in the current economic and social climate can mean success for entrepreneurs competing in the market for small and mid-sized companies. Here are six principles to follow that encompass some new realities regarding business purchases
Posted: 2010-02-15
Category: Business
The challenges for someone intent on selling a small business today are different than they were before the credit meltdown. With six strategies suggested here, the owner can increase the likelihood of selling successfully.
Posted: 2010-02-13
Category: Small Business
While there are many benefits to a gas station buy, there are five serious risks particularly associated with this kind of purchase. The buyer should know what they are and how to avoid being exposed to them.
Posted: 2009-12-24
Category: Business
A good career choice for those out of a job, or feeling insecure in corporate employment may be to buy into a franchise system. But there are pros and cons to consider before deciding on that option.
Posted: 2009-11-23
Category: Business
Among enterprises that seem most appealing to prospective small business buyers are car washes. They're usually easy to run and they benefit from growth in the number of vehicles on the road. The interested buyer should know there are three basic models for this kind of business, and should understand what to expect when investigating the industry.
Posted: 2009-11-15
Category: Business
Much has been said and written about the obvious steps business owners should take when they want to sell out, so they can retire or get involved in other opportunities. What's missing in that discussion is mention of six lesser-known mistakes sellers make when engaging with prospective buyers.
Posted: 2009-11-09
Category: Business
One solution to unemployment is working for oneself by buying a small business for sale. If you're considering that option, you first should ask yourself if you are suited for business ownership. Here are three questions to help you decide.
Posted: 2009-11-03
Category: Business
In the debate about whether an entrepreneur should start a new enterprise or take over an existing company by purchasing a business for sale, an often-forgotten factor is borrowability. Here are some reasons why buying a business is the best choice for someone who is needs funds to get going.
Posted: 2009-10-08
Category: Business
It's common for sellers of small businesses for sale to add back to the profits column some personal expenses charged to the business. But business buyers are cautioned to make sure the costs aren't for things needed to run the business. And there are three tests the buyer can use to evaluate add-backs.
Posted: 2009-09-25
Category: Business
