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In-depth guides on business acquisition, financing, valuation, and deal structure. Learn from M&A professionals.
The Definitive Guide to Selling Your Business
The most complete free guide to selling an SMB in the $1M–$10M range. Tax strategy, valuation, deal structure, advisor conflicts disclosed, buyer intelligence, and the emotional arc of exit — all in one place.
Topics Covered
- ▸Before you decide to sell (the 75% regret statistic)
- ▸Readiness self-assessment with remediation plan
- ▸Valuation: SDE vs. EBITDA, multiple ranges by deal size
- ▸Tax architecture: Form 8594, QSBS, personal goodwill
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How to Buy a Business
A comprehensive step-by-step guide to acquiring a small business. From finding opportunities to closing the deal, learn what it takes to be a successful buyer.
Topics Covered
- ▸Preparing yourself financially and emotionally
- ▸Finding businesses for sale
- ▸Evaluating opportunities
- ▸Making an offer and negotiating
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SBA Loans Explained
Complete guide to SBA 7(a) loans for business acquisitions. Understand loan types, qualification requirements, costs, and how to get approved.
Topics Covered
- ▸What are SBA loans?
- ▸Types of SBA loans
- ▸Loan qualification requirements
- ▸Application process
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Business Valuation Guide
Learn how businesses are valued using SDE, EBITDA, and revenue multiples. Understand what factors influence valuation and how to defend your asking price.
Topics Covered
- ▸Valuation methods overview
- ▸SDE multiples
- ▸EBITDA multiples
- ▸Revenue multiples
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Due Diligence Checklist
A detailed checklist for conducting due diligence on a potential acquisition. Covers financial, legal, operational, and market analysis requirements.
Topics Covered
- ▸Financial review
- ▸Tax return analysis
- ▸Customer and revenue analysis
- ▸Employee and management review
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Seller Financing Guide
Understand seller financing as an acquisition strategy. Learn pros and cons, typical terms, and how to negotiate favorable seller note structures.
Topics Covered
- ▸What is seller financing?
- ▸Advantages and disadvantages
- ▸Typical loan terms
- ▸Earnout structures
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Deal Structure Fundamentals
Learn the basics of deal structure including equity injections, debt financing, earnouts, and contingency planning. Master the mechanics of acquisition finance.
Topics Covered
- ▸Sources and uses of funds
- ▸Equity vs. debt
- ▸Earnout structures
- ▸Contingency planning
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