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Due Diligence is crucial when buying a business, its the most important step of the deal process. Due to its significance, it can be long and intensive with the purchase typically conditional upon this step. It is critic...

A key advantage of buying a business rather than starting one from scratch is that an acquisition allows you to avoid the expenses and risks associated with a startup. But, how does one find the right business? There a...

Youre in a sitch - you need a loan to help pay for new equipment, refinance old debt, or to acquire a business. Chances are, very few of us have thousands, if not hundreds of thousands lying around ready to be spent on t...

It is no secret that there have been several positive movements regarding women in the workplace over the past few decades. In the year 1960, only one in five women held paid jobs, and those that did were paid 60% of the...

On occasion, failing businesses can offer ideal opportunities for interested buyers. While its important to pay attention to red flags, its important to consider that one sellers distressed business may be a hidden gem w...

Youre the new owner of a recently purchased business - congrats! Be advised that the fun isnt over yet. One of the most critical phases in purchasing a business comes shortly after closing the deal. Done right, the tra...

The good news is that youve found a business that youre interested in purchasing. Congratulations on embarking on this exciting new chapter in your career! The bad news is that it is currently a sellers market and you wi...

Every successful business owner understands that customer service is an essential component of their companys growth and well-being. This is especially important when taking over an existing business. Appealing to an exi...