Top 5 Start-up Acquirers of 2012
Large companies spent a collective $84 billion to buy tech start-ups last year. Check out who made the most deals and what motivated them. Read more
Buying a Small Business
How to Find a Business to Buy
An overview of how to determine what business suits you, what you can afford, and how to perform due diligence. Read more
Demystifying Small Business Valuation
A successful small business sale begins with a solid grasp of business valuation. Here's what you need to know to set your company at the right price. Read more
How to Find and Leverage an Investment Banker
A good investment banker is more than just a deal-maker; they can also provide important insights about your business and industry. Read more
Determining Which Franchise Business is Best for You
With thousands of franchise opportunities, it's no easy task. Follow our guide to choosing one that will give you a greater chance of success. Read more
Buying a Small Business topics:
- How to Find a Business to Buy
- Assembling a Team to Buy a Business
- Understanding Business Valuations
- Financing a Purchase
Recent Buying a Small Business Articles
5 Best Resources for Small Business Buyers
Although buying a small business is a big step, it isn't a step that you have to take alone. Here are several resources that can help you close on the busine... Read more
From Ivy League to Intimates
Harvard Business School grad Angela Newman left a high-paying consulting career to launch her own line of high-tech women's undergarments. Below, she shares ... Read more
Study: Crowdfunders Act Surprisingly Similar to VCs
Crowdfunding critics take note: A recent study by Wharton professor Ethan Mollick proves that crowdfunders are better than you might think at finding quality... Read more
When Not to Join the Family Business
You always face the challenge of keeping your emotions from getting in the way of making sound business decisions. Those emotions are especially strong when ... Read more
Business Sales Spike in the First Quarter of 2013
Activity is strong in the business-for-sale marketplace as sale prices and closed transactions reach the highest levels in more than two years. Read more
An Offer Too Good to Refuse?
Vizify got a high-visibility chance to work with Twitter. Was it a golden opportunity or the start-up's road to ruin? Read more
3 Ways to Plow Through a Rough Patch
As your business grows, so do the challenges you face. Three ways to power on through. Read more
A Job Listing Should Be Like a Love Letter
You're not looking for generic employees. So why are you writing generic job listings? Read more
Network the Hell Out of People: 6 Expert Tips
The more smart people you know, the faster you'll be able to grow your business. But you have to go about it thoughtfully. Read more
What's Your Company Really Worth?
Here are the approaches buyers will use to determine your company's current value and prospects for growth. Read more
Can Dr. McDreamy Turn Around a Failing Business?
Grey's Anatomy star Patrick Dempsey talks about his new company, Tully's Coffee. Read more
Pivot As If You Planned It
Shifting business models doesn't have to be a last resort. Read more
Franchise: Buy New or Used?
A franchise can be a great on-ramp to small business ownership. Here's how to decide on a new or existing franchise purchase. Read more
After You Sell, What's Next?
You're selling your small business for a reason, but your buyer may have other plans for you. Read more
What 2012 Business Sale Trends Mean For 2013
New data shows that sellers pushed to unload their small businesses before the possibility of a Fiscal Cliff and higher tax rates. What does this mean for 2013? Read more
