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HVAC Roll Up Strategy: How to Build a Trade Empire
Learn how the HVAC roll up strategy works step by step, from SBA-financed platform acquisitions to add-on deal structure and a high-multiple private e...
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Learn how dental practice loans work through SBA 7(a), what lenders actually underwrite, and how to structure a deal that closes. Real numbers include...
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Buying a manufacturer? ISO quality systems affect deal structure, SBA underwriting, and post-close risk. Here is what buyers must verify before signin...
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Learn exactly what equity injection documentation SBA lenders require, acceptable sources, the 60-day look-back rule, and how to avoid closing delays.
Quality-Of-EarningsQuality of Earnings Report Example: What It Shows
See a real quality of earnings report example for a business acquisition. Learn how QofE adjustments affect SDE, SBA underwriting, and your deal price...
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How long should a non-compete last in a business acquisition? SBA lenders require 2 to 5 years. Here is what determines the right duration.
Personal-GuaranteePersonal Guarantee and LLC Protection: What Buyers Miss
Your LLC does not protect you from an SBA personal guarantee. Learn how personal guarantees work in business acquisitions and how to structure your de...
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How to use an SBA 7(a) loan to buy a dental practice company: equity injection sources, DSCR targets, seller note structure, and full acquisition time...
Hvac-Industry-AcquisitionHVAC Business Due Diligence Checklist
A complete HVAC business due diligence checklist covering financials, licensing, fleet, key person risk, and SBA underwriting. Built for serious buyer...
Saas-Industry-AcquisitionSaaS Code Review Acquisition: What Buyers Must Know
Acquiring a SaaS business? A code review is critical due diligence. Learn what to look for, how findings affect valuation, and how SBA 7(a) financing ...
Seller-Financing-And-Seller-NotesSeller Financing Agreement: What Buyers Need to Know
Learn how a seller financing agreement works in SBA deals, what terms to negotiate, and how standby notes affect your debt service coverage. From Rega...
Letter-Of-Intent-(Loi)Letter of Intent to Buy a Business
Learn how a letter of intent to buy a business actually works, what terms matter most, and how to structure your LOI for SBA-financed acquisitions.
Home-Services-Industry-AcquisitionHome Services Business Valuation: What Buyers Get Wrong
Learn how home services business valuation actually works, what SDE multiples to expect, and how SBA underwriting determines what you can pay. Real nu...
Laundromat-Industry-AcquisitionLaundromat Lease Terms: What Buyers Must Know
Laundromat lease terms can make or break your SBA acquisition. Learn what lenders require, how to read assignment clauses, and how to negotiate the ri...
Restaurant-Industry-AcquisitionWhy Do Restaurants Fail After Sale
Restaurants often fail after a sale due to owner dependency and poor deal structure. Learn what buyers miss and how to protect yourself with SBA finan...
Ecommerce-Industry-AcquisitionEcommerce Business Seasonality: What Buyers Must Know
Ecommerce business seasonality can make or break your acquisition. Learn how to read cash flow curves, structure SBA financing, and price deals right.