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Benchmark Business Group - Buying a Business Newsletter http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/rss/2016 Benchmark Business Group en-US Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:43:45 +0000 Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:43:45 +0000 Copyright 2026 Benchmark Business Group. All rights reserved. postmaster@globalreach.com (Benchmark Business Group) postmaster@globalreach.com (Benchmark Business Group) Global Reach News Aggregator v0.96 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 The Truth About Obtaining Financing http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/the-truth-about-obtaining-financing http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/the-truth-about-obtaining-financing Fri, 16 Dec 2016 06:00:00 +0000 Spend a fair amount of time and seek expertise when preparing a loan application.  It will stand out, as most are badly done. Expect the Unexpected When Buying a Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/expect-the-unexpected-when-buying-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/expect-the-unexpected-when-buying-a-business Fri, 09 Dec 2016 06:00:00 +0000 No matter how well you prepare to buy a business, you should always be prepared for the unexpected. What Do You Know About Business Insurance? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-do-you-know-about-business-insurance http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-do-you-know-about-business-insurance Fri, 02 Dec 2016 06:00:00 +0000 Business Insurance protection such as business interruption, errors & omissions, and general liability are often overlooked and should be given priority when buying a business. How much of a risk taker are you? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-much-of-a-risk-taker-are-you http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-much-of-a-risk-taker-are-you Fri, 18 Nov 2016 06:00:00 +0000 <div _mce_style="text-align: center;" style="font-size: 16px; color: rgb(76, 63, 54); font-family: Georgia, Geneva, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">When you start a business, you're betting on the future, when you're buying a business, you're betting on the past.</div> There is a right way to buy a business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/there-is-a-right-way-to-buy-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/there-is-a-right-way-to-buy-a-business Fri, 11 Nov 2016 06:00:00 +0000 <div _mce_style="font-size: 18pt; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: center;" style="color: rgb(76, 63, 54); font-family: Georgia, Geneva, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-size: 18pt; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">There is a right way to buy a business.</div> <div> </div> Financing Options for Buying a Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/financing-options-for-buying-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/financing-options-for-buying-a-business Fri, 04 Nov 2016 05:00:00 +0000 <div>There are many ways to buy a business: get creative.</div> Cool Heads Prevail When Buying a Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/cool-heads-prevail-when-buying-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/cool-heads-prevail-when-buying-a-business Fri, 28 Oct 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When buying a business, don't let your excitement drown out the voice of your intuition.  Why Deal Structure is Important When Buying a Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/why-deal-structure-is-important-when-buying-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/why-deal-structure-is-important-when-buying-a-business Fri, 21 Oct 2016 05:00:00 +0000 <div _mce_style="font-size: 18pt; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: center;" align="center" style="color: rgb(76, 63, 54); font-family: Georgia, Geneva, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-size: 18pt; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: center;">Deal structure will control your tax benefits for years after you buy a business. </div> <div> </div> Beware of Analysis Paralysis http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/beware-of-analysis-paralysis http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/beware-of-analysis-paralysis Fri, 14 Oct 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When buying a business, do a careful analysis but don't get analysis paralysis What's the Worst That Can Happen? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/whats-the-worst-that-can-happen http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/whats-the-worst-that-can-happen Fri, 07 Oct 2016 05:00:00 +0000 No deal is perfect. Determine the worst that can happen and decide if you can live with it. Be Cautiously Passionate http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/be-cautiously-passionate http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/be-cautiously-passionate Fri, 30 Sep 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When looking at a business to buy, check your level of passion and love for the idea of it.  And don't let it overwhelm your decisions. What do you look for in a Business Broker? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-do-you-look-for-in-a-business-broker http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-do-you-look-for-in-a-business-broker Fri, 23 Sep 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When choosing a business broker, look for:  experience, professionalism, and a good reputation. What is Your Skill Set? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-is-your-skill-set http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-is-your-skill-set Fri, 16 Sep 2016 05:00:00 +0000 Knowing how to run a business and knowing how to do the technical work of the business are two completely different skill sets. Put Your Best Foot Forward http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/put-your-best-foot-forward http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/put-your-best-foot-forward Fri, 09 Sep 2016 05:00:00 +0000 In most businesses the customer is always right. When buying a business the seller has to be sold on you. Cash Flow or No Cash Flow? You Decide. http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/cash-flow-or-no-cash-flow-you-decide http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/cash-flow-or-no-cash-flow-you-decide Fri, 02 Sep 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When starting a business there is no cash flow on day one.  When buying a business there is.  It's that simple. What Can Make the Difference Between a Deal and No Deal? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-can-make-the-difference-between-a-deal-and-no-deal http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-can-make-the-difference-between-a-deal-and-no-deal Fri, 26 Aug 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When buying or selling, emotions run high. Having a 3rd party facilitator can be the difference between a deal and no deal. Did You Know? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/did-you-know http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/did-you-know Fri, 19 Aug 2016 05:00:00 +0000 Under certain conditions the law allows the use of your 401k to buy a business without penalty. Be Passionate! http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/be-passionate http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/be-passionate Fri, 12 Aug 2016 05:00:00 +0000 You are far more likely to excel in a business you can be passionate about. Learn About the Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/learn-about-the-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/learn-about-the-business Fri, 05 Aug 2016 05:00:00 +0000 Learn enough about a business to decide whether or not to make an offer, but make your offer subject to the rest of what you need to know. How to be a Wise Business Owner http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-be-a-wise-business-owner http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-be-a-wise-business-owner Fri, 29 Jul 2016 05:00:00 +0000 It takes a very wise business owner to become a student of the business and get professional coaching. A Business should Pay for Itself http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/a-business-should-pay-for-itself http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/a-business-should-pay-for-itself Fri, 22 Jul 2016 05:00:00 +0000 Ordinarily, a business should pay for itself if it produces like the sellers' last three years.  What Kind of Culture? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-kind-of-culture http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-kind-of-culture Fri, 15 Jul 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When buying a business ask yourself what kind of culture you want to create. #buyabusinessiowa Today's Lending Environment is Optimal for Buying a Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/todays-lending-environment-is-optimal-for-buying-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/todays-lending-environment-is-optimal-for-buying-a-business Fri, 08 Jul 2016 05:00:00 +0000 Today’s lending environment is optimal for buying a business.  There is a pent up demand for good loans and interest rates are reasonable. Seasonality Impact http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/seasonality-impact-on-buying-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/seasonality-impact-on-buying-a-business Fri, 01 Jul 2016 05:00:00 +0000 Understand the seasonality of the business you are considering buying.  It will affect your needs for cash reserves. #buyabusinessiowa When You Buy a Business You Are Buying a History http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/when-you-buy-a-business-you-are-buying-a-history http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/when-you-buy-a-business-you-are-buying-a-history Fri, 24 Jun 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When you buy a business you are buying a history.  When you start a business you are buying speculation.  Most of the time, buying a business will cost you less. The Seller and Lender Have to Buy YOU http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/the-seller-and-lender-have-to-buy-you http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/the-seller-and-lender-have-to-buy-you Fri, 17 Jun 2016 05:00:00 +0000 In preparing to buy a business, make sure you have a solid written story of your capabilities to own and operate a business; the Seller and lender have to buy you. No Better Place to Put Your Money Than in Your Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/no-better-place-to-put-your-money-than-in-your-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/no-better-place-to-put-your-money-than-in-your-business Fri, 10 Jun 2016 05:00:00 +0000 Other than buying a business, there is no place you can put your money to receive high rates of return, with control over the outcome.  Financing the Purchase of a Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/financing-the-purchase-of-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/financing-the-purchase-of-a-business Fri, 03 Jun 2016 05:00:00 +0000 It is a mistake to rely solely on your long-time bank to finance your new business acquisition; about half the time you will be disappointed at the response. Buying a Business Will Have Tax Implications http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-a-business-will-have-tax-implications http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-a-business-will-have-tax-implications Fri, 27 May 2016 05:00:00 +0000 Buying a business will have tax implications to you as well as the Seller; seek the advice of an experienced accountant or tax counsel to determine the best deal structure. Smart Business Owners Use a Coach http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/smart-business-owners-use-a-coach http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/smart-business-owners-use-a-coach Fri, 20 May 2016 05:00:00 +0000 Smart business owners use the services of a business coach; when buying a business, it will significantly increase your chances of success. Keep Your Emotions in Check http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/keep-your-emotions-in-check http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/keep-your-emotions-in-check Fri, 13 May 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When negotiating the purchase or sale of a business, keep your emotions in check.  When you imagine walking in the other guy’s shoes, you can be more objective about terms you don’t like. Run the Business for a While http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/run-the-business-for-a-while http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/run-the-business-for-a-while Fri, 06 May 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When you buy a business, run it like it had been run for a while before making any major changes; get to know it first. #buyabusinessiowa Successful Businesses Don't Happen by Accident http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/successful-businesses-dont-happen-by-accident http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/successful-businesses-dont-happen-by-accident Fri, 29 Apr 2016 05:00:00 +0000 Successful businesses don't happen by accident. They are the result of intentional design. When buying a business you need to be clear on how the current design will impact your success. A Banker's Best Investment http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/a-bankers-best-investment http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/a-bankers-best-investment Fri, 22 Apr 2016 05:00:00 +0000 In the current economy, a banker’s best investment option is a good loan to a strong borrower.  #buyabusinessiowa Confident Seller http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/confident-seller http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/confident-seller Fri, 15 Apr 2016 05:00:00 +0000 The best way to make a business seller feel more confident in you as a buyer is to ask thoughtful questions and display genuine interest in what the seller has created. Quality of Earnings http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/quality-of-earnings http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/quality-of-earnings Fri, 08 Apr 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When buying a business look at the quality of the earnings. How sustainable & repeatable are they, what factors make them volatile? Value Realized http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/value-realized http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/value-realized Fri, 01 Apr 2016 05:00:00 +0000 When buying a business look at the quality of the earnings. How sustainable & repeatable are they, what factors make them volatile? Honesty is Always the Best Policy http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/honesty-is-always-the-best-policy http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/honesty-is-always-the-best-policy Fri, 25 Mar 2016 05:00:00 +0000 Whether you are a seller or a buyer, honesty is always the best policy. Truth will always be discovered. #buyabusinessiowa Buying vs. Starting a Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-vs-starting-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-vs-starting-a-business Fri, 18 Mar 2016 05:00:00 +0000 It's most often cheaper to buy a business than to start one. Meeting a Business Owner http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/meeting-a-business-owner http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/meeting-a-business-owner Fri, 11 Mar 2016 06:00:00 +0000 When meeting a business owner for the first time remember that first impressions count. Be mindful of appearance & demeanor. #buyabusinessiowa Post Recession Businesses For Sale http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/post-recession-businesses-for-sale http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/post-recession-businesses-for-sale Fri, 04 Mar 2016 06:00:00 +0000 Many businesses that delayed in selling during the recession are now healthy and interested in selling. Business Seasonality http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/business-seasonality http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/business-seasonality Fri, 26 Feb 2016 06:00:00 +0000 For businesses with seasonal activity look for opportunities to expand a business’ offerings to eliminate seasonality. #buyabusinessiowa Leadership Style http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/leadership-style http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/leadership-style Fri, 19 Feb 2016 06:00:00 +0000 Understand the culture of the business you are looking at and know what your leadership style will need to be. due diligence question http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/due-diligence-question http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/due-diligence-question Fri, 12 Feb 2016 06:00:00 +0000 The only bad question when doing due diligence is the one you didn’t ask.  Be thorough and get help from a #iowabusinessbroker. Ask http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/ask http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/ask Fri, 05 Feb 2016 06:00:00 +0000 When buying a business ask what the owner would do to grow it if they kept it.  Don’t just rely on your own ideas. Seasonality Impact http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/seasonality-impact-of-buying-an-iowa-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/seasonality-impact-of-buying-an-iowa-business Fri, 29 Jan 2016 06:00:00 +0000 Understand the seasonality of the business you are considering buying. It will affect your needs for cash reserves. Today's Lending Environment http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/todays-lending-environment http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/todays-lending-environment Fri, 22 Jan 2016 06:00:00 +0000 Today's lending environment is optimal for buying a business.  There is a pent up demand for good loans and interest rates are reasonable. Consider Seller Financing When Buying a Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/consider-seller-financing-when-buying-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/consider-seller-financing-when-buying-a-business Fri, 15 Jan 2016 06:00:00 +0000 Seller financing helps to ensure that the seller is invested in your success as a new owner. Down Payment to buy a business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/down-payment-to-buy-a-business--business-broker-insights http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/down-payment-to-buy-a-business--business-broker-insights Fri, 08 Jan 2016 06:00:00 +0000 Cash poor buyer? Leverage your personal resources (home equity, 401K, etc.) to come up with your down payment.