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Tips for Buying or Selling a Small Business During COVID-19 and Beyond

This article was originally published by BCBusiness and created in partnership with Pacific M&A and Business Brokers Ltd. Besides creating a buyer’s market, the pandemic could see companies that quickly reinvent themselves maintain or even boost their value, a local business broker says The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted just about everything—and buying or selling a…

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The Top 3 Key Factors to Consider about Earnings

This article was originally published by Deal Studio on July 5, 2017. Two businesses could report the same numeric value for earnings but that doesn’t always tell the whole story. As it turns out, there is far more to earnings than may initially meet the eye. While two businesses might have a similar sale price,…

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The Deeper Significance of a Listing Agreement

This article was originally published by Deal Studio on June 20, 2017. Listing agreements are very common when it comes to selling a business. In order to sell a business using a business broker, a listing agreement is usually required. In this article, we will explore this essential agreement and why it is so critical.…

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Are You Sure Your Deal is Completed?

This article was originally published by Deal Studio on June 14, 2017. When it comes to your deal being completed, having a signed Letter of Intent is great. While everything may seem as though it is moving along just fine, it is vital to remember that the deal isn’t done until many boxes have been…

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Defining Goodwill

This article was originally published by Deal Studio on April 25, 2017. You may hear the word “goodwill” thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean? When it comes to selling a business, the term refers to all the effort that the seller put into a business over the year. Goodwill can be…

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What Should Be in Your Partnership Agreement

This article was originally published by Deal Studio in January of 2017. Partnership agreements are essential business documents, the importance of which is difficult to overstate. No matter whether your business partner is essentially a stranger or a lifelong friend, it is prudent to have a written partnership agreement. A good partnership agreement clearly outlines…

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