Table of Contents:
- How to choose the business that's right for you
- Evaluating the target (I) : why is the seller selling?
- Evaluating the target (II) : analyzing the seller's operations
- Evaluating the target (III) : analyzing the financial statements
- Negotiating the sale (I) : how much will I pay and when?
- Negotiating the sale (II) : stock purchases and asset purchases
- Negotiating the sale (III) : the look-see, consulting agreements, and noncompetition agreements
- How to buy a franchise
- Choosing the form in which to conduct business
- Limited liability companies : the new kid on the block
- Preparing to buy : finding the money (or "How to deal with bankers")
- Step by step to closing
- Some thoughts on selling a business.
