Are You a Terms Maker or a Terms Taker?

As a founder going through the sale of your business, you'll probably hit an inflection point where the solicitous and respectful buyer prematurely starts acting like an entitled owner. Be ready for this and use additional deal leverage, #stoicism, and the guidance of your more experienced transaction advisors to navigate this last part of the process well.

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Selling Your Business: Operational Checklist

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Preparing for due diligence is crucial when getting ready to sell a business.

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Founder FAQ: Is a Financial Audit Required When Selling Your Business?

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Learn whether a financial audit is necessary when selling your business and explore alternatives like quality of earnings reports.

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Are you the sole or primary owner of an S-Corp. or LLC? Thinking you don't have a cap table or don't even know the term? Here's a critical heads-up going into a sale -- you have to prove it with documentation.

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