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Benchmark Business Group - Buying a Business Newsletter http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/rss/2024 Benchmark Business Group en-US Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:51:27 +0000 Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:51:27 +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 If Problems Arise During Due Diligence http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/if-problems-arise-during-due-diligence-2024 http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/if-problems-arise-during-due-diligence-2024 Fri, 20 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000 When buying a business, you almost always find blemishes. It's important to decide which ones you can live with and which ones you can't. Working With Sellers Post-Sale http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/working-with-sellers-post-sale http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/working-with-sellers-post-sale Fri, 13 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000 When buying a business, having a plan is essential. But flexibility is even more essential. Advantages of Buying vs Starting a New Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/advantages-of-buying-vs-starting-a-new-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/advantages-of-buying-vs-starting-a-new-business Fri, 06 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000 In our experience the success rate of buying and continuing an existing business is many times that of a start up. Important Things To Know To Buy A Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/important-things-to-know-to-buy-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/important-things-to-know-to-buy-a-business Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:00:00 +0000 When buying a business, weigh the pros and cons for the areas of business that interest you. Breaking down your thoughts will help to guide you in your decision. 8 Negotiation Techniques When Buying and Selling Companies http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/8-negotiation-techniques-when-buying-and-selling-companies http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/8-negotiation-techniques-when-buying-and-selling-companies Fri, 15 Nov 2024 06:00:00 +0000 Successful negotiating is a give-and-take process, never a my-way-or-the-highway proposition. If Problems Arise During Due Diligence http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/if-problems-arise-during-due-diligence http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/if-problems-arise-during-due-diligence Fri, 01 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000 When buying a business, you almost always find blemishes. It's important to decide which ones you can live with and which ones you can't. SBA Financing Can Help Buyers Purchase Bigger Businesses http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/sba-financing-can-help-buyers-purchase-bigger-businesses http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/sba-financing-can-help-buyers-purchase-bigger-businesses Thu, 31 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 The SBA7a program was designed to enable financing on deals where there is insufficient collateral that a conventional bank loan would require. This is a very common way that business purchases are financed. How To Approach Hiring (And Re-Hiring) When You Buy A Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-approach-hiring-and-re-hiring-when-you-buy-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-approach-hiring-and-re-hiring-when-you-buy-a-business Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 In the best businesses systems run the business and people run the systems. Having a great team is critical to systems mastery and innovation. The combination is critical to business success. Buying A Business Vs. Starting One: 12 Pros And Cons http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-a-business-vs-starting-one-12-pros-and-cons http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-a-business-vs-starting-one-12-pros-and-cons Fri, 18 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 The greatest advantage in buying an existing business is a financial track record you can take to the bank. Startups can be exciting, but they have their own set of financial risks. Setting Your Salary As A Business Owner http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/setting-your-salary-as-a-business-owner http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/setting-your-salary-as-a-business-owner Fri, 11 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Sales revenue belongs to your business; your personal income comes after the business needs have been fed. Creative Financing Options When Buying A Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/creative-financing-options-when-buying-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/creative-financing-options-when-buying-a-business Fri, 04 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 There are many options for financing the purchase of a business. Make sure you do thorough research on the great opportunities that exist and balance them against what works best for you. Buying a Small Business vs a Big Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-a-small-business-vs-a-big-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-a-small-business-vs-a-big-business Fri, 27 Sep 2024 05:00:00 +0000 The process for valuing a large business versus a small business have night and day differences. Don't make the mistake of thinking they are the same. What To Know About Small Business Acquisition Loans http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-to-know-about-small-business-acquisition-loans http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-to-know-about-small-business-acquisition-loans Wed, 18 Sep 2024 05:00:00 +0000 When buying a business, an SBA secured loan is one of many good solutions. Make sure to research all your options. Pros and Cons of Buying a Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/pros-and-cons-of-buying-a-business-91324 http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/pros-and-cons-of-buying-a-business-91324 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 05:00:00 +0000 For a buyer the question of the amount being paid is not about the amount of money so much as it is the opportunity being acquired. How To Buy A Business: The Ultimate Guide http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-buy-a-business-the-ultimate-guide http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-buy-a-business-the-ultimate-guide Fri, 06 Sep 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Buying a business is not an event but a journey. Patience and persistence will pay the biggest dividends and help prevent a bad decision.  Financing The Purchase Of A Franchise http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/financing-the-purchase-of-a-franchise http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/financing-the-purchase-of-a-franchise Fri, 30 Aug 2024 05:00:00 +0000 There are many ways to finance a business purchase but all of them will consider your character and credit history. The better the history the more the options. Understand The Business You Are Buying http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/understand-the-business-you-are-buying http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/understand-the-business-you-are-buying Fri, 23 Aug 2024 05:00:00 +0000 While it is more important to know how to run a business than to know the technical side of what the business does, it is important to at least have a basic understanding of it. Acquisition Versus Working For Someone Else http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/acquisition-versus-working-for-someone-else http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/acquisition-versus-working-for-someone-else Thu, 15 Aug 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Self reflection is an important first step when buying a business. The purpose to owning a business is to give you more life, not to suck the life out of you. Business Acquisition Loans: Overview and Top Options http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/business-acquisition-loans-overview-and-top-options http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/business-acquisition-loans-overview-and-top-options Fri, 09 Aug 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Financing can be one of the most challenging aspects of buying a business. There are more options than most people realize and a little education goes a long way. How To Find The Perfect Business To Acquire http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-find-the-perfect-business-to-acquire http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-find-the-perfect-business-to-acquire Fri, 02 Aug 2024 05:00:00 +0000 With millions of baby boomer-owned businesses transitioning over the next decade, it is an optimum time to find the right business to buy. Lenders Are More Likely To Finance An Existing Business Purchase http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/lenders-are-more-likely-to-finance-an-existing-business-purchase http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/lenders-are-more-likely-to-finance-an-existing-business-purchase Fri, 26 Jul 2024 05:00:00 +0000 One very good reason to buy a business instead of starting one is that it is usually easier to borrow money to buy an existing business that has positive cash flow. First-Time Business Buyer Q & A http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/first-time-business-buyer-q--a http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/first-time-business-buyer-q--a Fri, 19 Jul 2024 05:00:00 +0000 A message to first-time business buyers: owning a business has risk. You can minimize it, but never eliminate it. If you can't handle risk, don't do it. What's More Important, Assets Or Income? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/whats-more-important-assets-or-income http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/whats-more-important-assets-or-income Fri, 12 Jul 2024 05:00:00 +0000 While most small businesses are sold with assets, some service businesses only have cash flow. Make sure you think through the advantages and disadvantages of both and make the right decision for you. Thinking Of Making The Jump From Employee To Owner? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/thinking-of-making-the-jump-from-employee-to-owner http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/thinking-of-making-the-jump-from-employee-to-owner Fri, 05 Jul 2024 05:00:00 +0000 While buying the business you work for has its own special challenges, many of the issues you encountered are now yours to solve. What To Investigate Before You Buy A Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-to-investigate-before-you-buy-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-to-investigate-before-you-buy-a-business Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Successful business buyers ask many and great questions, but they don't hesitate to pull the trigger on a decision. Avoid These Mistakes When Buying A Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/avoid-these-mistakes-when-buying-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/avoid-these-mistakes-when-buying-a-business Fri, 21 Jun 2024 05:00:00 +0000 If you've never owned a business consider getting some professional help with how to buy and then run it. Questions to Ask When Evaluating a Business Loan http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/questions-to-ask-when-evaluating-a-business-loan http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/questions-to-ask-when-evaluating-a-business-loan Fri, 14 Jun 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Spend a fair amount of time researching and asking questions when preparing to get a loan to buy a business. Five Questions Business Buyers Should Ask, But Usually Don't http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/five-questions-business-buyers-should-ask-but-usually-dont http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/five-questions-business-buyers-should-ask-but-usually-dont Fri, 07 Jun 2024 05:00:00 +0000 There are many questions that should always be asked when buying a business, but at a certain point a decision must be made. A Common Question... Do I Buy A Business Or Start My Own? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/a-common-question-do-i-buy-a-business-or-start-my-own http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/a-common-question-do-i-buy-a-business-or-start-my-own Fri, 31 May 2024 05:00:00 +0000 When buying a business, don't let your excitement drown out the voice of your intuition. How to Get Past the Fear of Buying a Franchise http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-get-past-the-fear-of-buying-a-franchise http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-get-past-the-fear-of-buying-a-franchise Fri, 24 May 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Franchises vary widely in the level of training and support they provide. If you're thinking of buying a franchise, talk to other franchisees about their experience with training and support. The How's Of Buying A Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/the-hows-of-buying-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/the-hows-of-buying-a-business Fri, 17 May 2024 05:00:00 +0000 A good place to start when buying a business is to reflect on your own motivations, lifestyle needs, and what drives your energy. A business that ticks all the boxes for you will be much less of a challenge. Should You Buy A Business? What You Need To Know. http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/should-you-buy-a-business-what-you-need-to-know http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/should-you-buy-a-business-what-you-need-to-know Fri, 10 May 2024 05:00:00 +0000 In our experience the success rate of buying and continuing an existing business is many times that of a startup. 5 Steps to Evaluating Business Opportunities http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/5-steps-to-evaluating-business-opportunities http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/5-steps-to-evaluating-business-opportunities Fri, 03 May 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Evaluating a business opportunity starts with a powerful tool: a mirror. Are you right for this and is it right for you? How to Finance a Business and Fund Your Entrepreneurial Dreams http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-finance-a-business-and-fund-your-entrepreneurial-dreams http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-finance-a-business-and-fund-your-entrepreneurial-dreams Fri, 26 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000 There are many ways to buy a business: look at all your options and get creative if needed. Why You Should Buy A Business Instead Of Starting One http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/why-you-should-buy-a-business-instead-of-starting-one http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/why-you-should-buy-a-business-instead-of-starting-one Fri, 19 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000 There are many points of view on whether to start or buy a business and each has pros and cons. Evaluate your own appetite for risk. What You Need To Know About Where To Buy A Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-you-need-to-know-about-where-to-buy-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/what-you-need-to-know-about-where-to-buy-a-business Wed, 10 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000 It's been estimated that as many as 20% of all businesses are for sale at a given time. Many have simply not made it known. Why Buying A Business Was Right For This Business Owner http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/why-buying-a-business-was-right-for-this-business-owner http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/why-buying-a-business-was-right-for-this-business-owner Fri, 05 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Buyers should ask the "barrier to entry" question… is it cheaper and more efficient to start your own business or does a particular opportunity offer you a sufficient leg-up to warrant purchasing a business instead? Business Buying Statistics To Know http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/business-buying-statistics-to-know http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/business-buying-statistics-to-know Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Buying a business requires understanding your specific criteria as a buyer. Write down why you want to own a business and what you are looking for in that business. Make Sure You Are Buying The Right Business For You http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/make-sure-you-are-buying-the-right-business-for-you http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/make-sure-you-are-buying-the-right-business-for-you Fri, 22 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Don't just buy a business because you think you love it. Love is blind, open your eyes and ask practical questions. Buying A Business Can Save You Years Of Hard Work http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-a-business-can-save-you-years-of-hard-work http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-a-business-can-save-you-years-of-hard-work Fri, 15 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Experience can be your worst teacher, unless it's somebody else's. Try buying a business that has already had some experience. How To Get A Loan To Buy A Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-get-a-loan-to-buy-a-business32024 http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/how-to-get-a-loan-to-buy-a-business32024 Fri, 08 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +0000 When deciding whether to buy a business or start one, think about what you will need in the way of financing. Getting a loan for an existing business is often easier than getting one to start a new business. Great Character Traits You Need When Buying A Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/great-character-traits-you-need-when-buying-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/great-character-traits-you-need-when-buying-a-business Fri, 01 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +0000 If you want to buy a business and you have never owned one, you need to reflect long and hard on your readiness to lead. 4 Things to Consider When Acquiring Another Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/4-things-to-consider-when-acquiring-another-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/4-things-to-consider-when-acquiring-another-business Fri, 23 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0000 When growth through acquisition is your strategy, make sure there's good alignment between your current business and your target. Buy A Business In 8 Steps http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buy-a-business-in-8-steps http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buy-a-business-in-8-steps Fri, 16 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0000 Buying a business can be high risk, but also high reward. Take the right steps to thoroughly examine each business to ensure you set yourself up for success. Should I Buy a Business or Start My Own? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/should-i-buy-a-business-or-start-my-own http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/should-i-buy-a-business-or-start-my-own Fri, 09 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0000 Buyers have to ask the "barrier to entry" question… is it cheaper and more efficient to start your own business or does a particular opportunity offer you a sufficient leg-up to warrant purchasing a business instead? Should You Buy A Business? http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/should-you-buy-a-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/should-you-buy-a-business Fri, 02 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0000 The best time to buy a business is when you can be passionate about the idea. If you're lukewarm - or undecided - keep your job. Educate Yourself When Buying A Small Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/educate-yourself-when-buying-a-small-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/educate-yourself-when-buying-a-small-business Fri, 26 Jan 2024 06:00:00 +0000 Buying a business is a serious project that requires educating yourself before engaging in the process. There are plenty of resources for that in this digital age. 5 Frequent Mistakes When Buying A Small Business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/5-frequent-mistakes-when-buying-a-small-business http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/5-frequent-mistakes-when-buying-a-small-business Fri, 12 Jan 2024 06:00:00 +0000 When buying a business, asking the right questions is more important than the number of questions you ask. Smartly analyze; but don't over analyze or you'll never get started. A Smooth Transition When Buying A Business Is Critical http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/a-smooth-transition-when-buying-a-business-is-critical http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/a-smooth-transition-when-buying-a-business-is-critical Fri, 12 Jan 2024 06:00:00 +0000 It is generally a good idea not to make any drastic changes to a business's operations for up to a year following the purchase. Learn how the business works before you make big changes. Buying an Existing Business – 7 Steps to Success http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-an-existing-business--7-steps-to-success http://www.benchmarkbusinessgroup.com/buy-a-business/buying-a-business-newsletter/buying-an-existing-business--7-steps-to-success Fri, 05 Jan 2024 06:00:00 +0000 When buying a business for the first time, you don't know what you don't know. Gathering information before you begin the process will set you up for a successful transaction.