Business Ownership Transition Center

Buy, Sell and Grow a Business

Prepare for acquisitions, valuation, franchises, financing, sales and ownership transitions.

Free Transaction Guides

Make Better Decisions Before You Commit

Transaction Guide

How to Buy an Existing Business

Evaluate an established company before making an offer.

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Transaction Guide

Business Due Diligence Checklist

Investigate financial, legal and operating risks before an acquisition.

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Transaction Guide

Small Business Valuation Basics

Understand income, market and asset approaches to business value.

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Transaction Guide

How to Sell a Small Business

Prepare records, operations, buyers and ownership transition for a sale.

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Transaction Guide

How to Evaluate a Franchise

Review franchise disclosures, economics, restrictions and operator experiences.

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Transaction Guide

How to Finance a Business Acquisition

Compare buyer equity, loans, seller financing and transaction structures.

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Transaction Guide

Business Sale Transition Plan

Transfer customers, employees, knowledge and authority after a sale.

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Transaction Guide

Post Acquisition Integration Guide

Combine leadership, systems and teams without destroying acquired value.

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Official Resources

Verify Current Requirements

U.S. Small Business AdministrationBuying a business or franchise.FTC Franchise GuideFederal franchise evaluation guidance.IRS Sale of a BusinessFederal tax information.