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Practical advice on buying, selling, and scaling businesses. Written by advisors who've sat across the table from both sides of the deal.

Valuation May 6, 2025 8 min read

How to Value a Main Street Business in 2025

SDE multiples, EBITDA adjustments, and what buyers are actually paying in today's market across HVAC, landscaping, and other service sectors.

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Financing Apr 22, 2025 6 min read

The SBA 7(a) Loan Explained for Business Buyers

How SBA financing works, what deal structures it allows, and the common mistakes buyers make when relying on it for acquisitions under $5M.

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Selling Apr 10, 2025 5 min read

What Sellers Get Wrong About Buyer Intent

Most sellers assume the first serious offer is their best. Here's the data on why running a quiet competitive process almost always produces a better outcome.

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Due Diligence Mar 28, 2025 10 min read

Quality of Earnings: A Buyer's Non-Negotiable

A QoE isn't just a formality. We break down what it covers, when to order one, and how the findings typically affect price and structure.

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Operations Mar 14, 2025 7 min read

The Owner-Operator Transition: How to Hand Off Without Losing Revenue

The post-close transition period is where most small business acquisitions succeed or fail. Here's how to structure it — from day one to month six.

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Buying Feb 28, 2025 5 min read

Searching for a Business to Buy? Start with Your Buy Box.

Before you browse listings, define your criteria — industry, geography, size, deal structure, and your operating role. Here's how to build a buy box that gets results.

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