Winning the Deal: Negotiation Tactics Every Business Buyer Should Know
Buying a business isn’t like buying a car, where you kick the tires, haggle a little, and drive off the lot. This is one of the biggest financial...
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Writing a Winning Offer That Sellers Accept
You’ve found a business you love. You’ve pictured yourself running it. Maybe you’ve even mentally rearranged the office furniture. Now comes the hard...
Buy a Business Like an Action Hero (without the explosions)
As the Creative Director here at Edge, I spend a lot of time helping people imagine what buying a business could look like. And while it may not...
Build a Bankable Deal: Introducing The EDGE SMB Leveraged Buyout Calculator
Buying a business should not be guesswork. Your structure needs to work for you as the new owner and pass a lender’s cash flow test at the same time....
Avoiding Overpayment: Due Diligence Done Right
Buying a business without proper due diligence is like buying a house without an inspection. Sure, the curb appeal looks great — the front door is...
Stacking the Odds in Your Favor When Buying a Business
I’m traveling to Las Vegas this week, a city that’s built on risk, rewards, and the thrill of chance. Walking past the bright lights and busy...
Financing a Business Acquisition: SBA, Seller Financing & More
So, you’ve found the perfect business. The numbers look good, the customers are loyal, and the seller swears it’s the best thing since sliced bread....
Evaluating the Real Estate in a Business Purchase: Why the Lease or Property Could Make or Break the Deal
When buying a business, most people get laser-focused on revenue, expenses, employees, and customers. But there’s one factor that can quietly make or...
From Italy to Independence: The Realities of Buying a Business
Italy is teaching me something: business can be built around lifestyle. Owners close their shops for a few hours, and no one bats an eye. Work...
How to Buy an Accounting (Professional Services) Business
If you’ve ever thought about owning a business that generates steady, predictable cash flow year after year, no matter what’s happening in the...
