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A practical framework for evaluating small business acquisitions — from first glance at a listing to the decision to submit an LOI. Covers financial metrics, red flags, and due diligence basics.
Seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) is the single most important metric when buying a small business. Learn what SDE is, how to calculate it, common add-backs, and why it matters more than EBITDA or net income for SMB acquisitions.
Learn the most common red flags when buying a business — from inflated add-backs to customer concentration. A practical guide for spotting problems before they become yours.
A practical breakdown of how SBA 7(a) loans work for business acquisitions, including requirements, terms, down payments, and what lenders actually look for.
A practical guide to building and refining your buy box criteria for acquiring a small business. Covers revenue ranges, SDE, asking price, industry, geography, and more.