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The latest articles on evaluating and acquiring small businesses.

Stop Valuing Every Online Business the Same Way. SaaS Math Will Wreck You on an Ecommerce Deal.

Applying the same valuation framework to every online business model is one of the most expensive mistakes a first-time buyer can make. Here's what changes by model and why it matters.

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How to Read a Seller Note Before You Sign One: 6 Terms That Can Gut Your Deal

A seller note has six clauses that can turn a clean acquisition into a personal liability nightmare. Here's how to find and negotiate each one before you sign.

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Stop Treating Customer Concentration as a Deal-Killer. It's Actually a Negotiating Tool

Customer concentration isn't a reason to walk away from a SaaS listing. It's a reason to reprice it, restructure it, and potentially buy a better business at a discount than the seller expected.

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How to Close an SBA-Financed Business Acquisition in 90 Days (Before the Seller Loses Patience)

Most SBA 7(a) acquisitions stall not because of bad credit or a weak business, but because buyers show up unprepared at every stage of a predictable six-step process.

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SBA Loans Explained for First-Time Business Buyers

Everything you need to know about SBA 7(a) loans for business acquisitions: eligibility, terms, the application process, and common pitfalls.

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Seller Financing: How It Works and Why Sellers Offer It

A practical guide to seller financing: typical terms, negotiation strategies, and why it can be a win-win deal structure.

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