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2025 Guide to Deal Sourcing Tools & Platforms

Last Updated: May 15, 2025 If you’re looking to buy a small business in 2025,

May 15, 2025
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Deal Sourcing

Axial: Is It the Best Deal Sourcing Platform for Small Business Buyers?

Axial is a well-known deal-sourcing platform in the lower middle market (LMM) mergers and acquisitions

January 9, 2025
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Absentee Ownership: Can You Keep Your Day Job After Acquiring a Business?

The allure of business ownership has captured the imagination of many professionals seeking to diversify

November 18, 2024
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How to Make Yourself Attractive to Business Brokers: A Guide for Small Business Buyers

When it comes to buying a small business, one of the most critical relationships you’ll

August 28, 2024
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How to Find a Business for Sale Near You

Are you considering buying a business? Finding a business for sale near you can be

August 21, 2024
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What Is a Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM): A Detailed Guide for Small Business Buyers

A Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM) is an essential document in the mergers and acquisitions (M&A)

August 13, 2024
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10 Essential Questions to Ask a Business Broker

When exploring acquiring a business, your first point of contact is often the business broker.

August 8, 2024
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Dealing with Dishonest Business Brokers

In small business M&A, business brokers play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between

July 17, 2024
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Navigating Licensing Challenges in Business Acquisitions

Acquiring a small business can present a myriad of challenges, especially when the business requires

May 29, 2024
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