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Considering Buying a Small Business? Here’s How to Analyze a Business for Sale

Posted on October 19, 2020 by William Bruce

Let’s say you’re serious about going into business for yourself and have identified an attractive business that is for sale. You’re interested in investigating the opportunity. What’s next? How do you check it out? Continue reading →

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Buying or Selling a Business? You Must Know the Differences in an Asset Versus a Stock Sale.

Posted on June 8, 2020 by William Bruce

The differences in buying or selling a privately held business as an asset versus a corporate stock sale can be critical. We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each. Continue reading →

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Considering Buying a Business of Your Own? What Size and Type is Right for You?

Posted on August 16, 2010 by William Bruce

Let’s assume that you’ve already done the soul searching about your future, considered the advantages of business ownership, and decided that you definitely want your own business. You’re ready to proceed with all deliberate speed. You’re probably asking yourself, “What’s next?”.

What Type Business Should I Buy

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