The Buy Sell Edge

The ins and outs of buying and selling businesses
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Understanding Seller's Discretionary Earnings and Add-Backs When You Buy or Sell a Business

When a buyer and a seller sit down to talk about the value of a small business, the conversation almost always turns to one number. Not revenue, and not the profit that shows up on the tax return, but a figure called Seller's Discretionary Earnings,...

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Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: What's the Difference?

When buying or selling a business, one of the most important decisions isn't just the purchase price. It's how the transaction is structured.

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The First 90 Days After Acquiring a Business: What New Owners Should Focus On

Buying a business is a major accomplishment. After months of searching for opportunities, analyzing financials, negotiating terms, securing...

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Management Buyouts: Buying the Company You Already Work For

When most people think about buying a business, they imagine searching for opportunities online, reviewing dozens of companies, and competing with...

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Express SBA Loans: The Fastest Way to Finance a Business Acquisition?

One of the biggest frustrations business buyers face is financing. You find a great opportunity. The numbers make sense. The seller is motivated. But...

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Case Study: How Dr. Jones Acquired the Podiatry Practice Where She Worked

For many doctors, practice ownership feels like the natural next step. They have the clinical experience, the patient relationships, and the desire...

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How to Present Your Backlog to Maximize Your Construction Company’s Value

When you decide to sell your HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or roofing company, it is easy to focus on what you have already accomplished. You gather...

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My Mission to Protect the Wealth and Legacy of Construction Business Owners

I didn't start my career in a corporate boardroom, and I didn't learn the construction business by reading a spreadsheet. For over 20 years, my life...

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The Estimate vs. Reality Check: How Sophisticated Buyers Judge Your Bidding Process

As a former estimator and project manager, I know the thrill of winning a major bid. You put the numbers together, submit the proposal, and celebrate...

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The Ultimate Guide to Preparing Your Construction and Trade Business for Sale

Selling a construction company is often the single most significant financial event in a founder's life. However, successfully exiting a business in...

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