What Happened to my Deal?

What Happened to my Deal?

Deals can die for many reasons, but “Time” is the worst reason of all! It’s possible to manage, yet also easy to let Time take control. Let’s say I have a buyer, Bob, who is taking his time getting due diligence done. He has a process – no problem. However, as...
The First Step in Research

The First Step in Research

Opportunities can disappear in a blink of the eye!  Engaging in business acquisitions requires buyers to act quickly and assertively. There is quite a bit of activity in the market with many buyers looking for businesses to purchase. The best businesses go fast! If...
He Who Hesitates is Lost

He Who Hesitates is Lost

This is an old Chinese proverb. Or He Who Hesitates, Regrets. An Albanian Proverb.  Either way works in the business broker world. We see hesitation with buyers and sellers every day. Whether Buying a Business or Selling a Business, either party can ask the same...

Low Ball Offers

There are various ways to go about buying a business, but all of them require making a deal with the current owner. As mentioned in prior blogs, before a deal can move forward, a written offer needs to be presented. Keep in mind that offers are based on information...