Buying a business is a big decision that you want to feel good about. You want to know you are getting the value you are paying for and that your future will be as secure as possible in your new business. Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of privately owned businesses, and we know how to help buyers navigate the buying process. Trust us to find a business that aligns with your financial goals and help you negotiate fair terms with your best interest in mind.
M&A Acquisition Opportunities are NOT listed on the internet. If you or your investment group are looking for a multi-million dollar business, and it qualified for our M&A Department, then please contact us directly to see what we have available within your investment parameters
You have made the decision to control your financial future by purchasing a business. Owning a business is the greatest way to build wealth and take charge of your own destiny. Congratulations for contacting Transworld. You've selected the best in the industry! Now the process begins to help find and acquire the right business for you.
All buyers should meet their Transworld representative in person, however, if that is not possible due to distance, continuous communication by phone or email can be effective. We begin our process by gathering detailed information about you to establish your financial capabilities, your skills and experiences, and your personal life goals. This information helps us gain your commitment to the process and determine the best types of business to pursue. Once this is completed, we will start your search using Transworld's considerable market basket of resources.
You won't feel comfortable making a decision until you understand what it takes to buy a business. We will explain the process and help you understand the realities of the current marketplace. You will learn how to use online forms, to search the Internet for businesses, to read Business Listing Information sheets, to understand basic valuation concepts, and to review our available opportunities.
Now the hard work begins. We will help you search for your business, aid you in signing confidentiality disclosures, get you detailed information on the business, and set up showings with the seller. We will refine your business search and visit opportunities until you decide on a business to purchase. If your search takes longer than a few months, you may need to return to the education step.
We will share with you our expertise in deal structure, by helping you draft a contingent offer on a business that you would like to buy. A purchase and sale agreement will be presented to the seller with a deposit of good faith held in escrow to demonstrate your seriousness. After any negotiations, you should be left with an executed contingent purchase agreement to buy a business.
This period is where you fully inspect that the owner's representations are accurate. We will coordinate the efforts of your legal and accounting professionals and strive to satisfy all contingencies. If there is financing involved, your application must be approved by the lender proving that you are qualified for repayment of the loan.
Final preparations will be made for lease assignments, utility transfers, financing, merchant service accounts, inventory counts and any other last minute preparations to make the transfer as seamless as possible. Your acquisition will usually be completed by an attorney with the signing of several documents and the payment of the balance of the purchase price.
Transitional training by the seller may include meetings with employees and clients, technical education, computer updating, and other essential knowledge transfer. We will be available to assist you with any questions or post closing requirements you may have. Remember what you have learned throughout this process, because when the time comes, Transworld will still be here to help you sell your business.
Many additional questions may arise during the buying process. Please do not hesitate to have us explain in detail any portion of this process. You will discover that, with Transworld's assistance, you can have a successful experience purchasing and owning your own business.
Expert Guidance Through the Business Buying Process
Buying a business can be one of the biggest decisions you ever make. Choose the right business, and you’re setting yourself up for the freedom, flexibility and feelings of pride that owning a business bring. However, if you choose the wrong business or a business that isn’t a good fit for you, you could be facing years of frustration, heartache and debt.
The buying process can be confusing, especially if you’ve never purchased a business before. At Transworld Business Advisors of the Gulf Coast, we pride ourselves on taking a straightforward, 5-step process to help individuals buy a business.
Send us an email or give us a call to start the conversation; if you’re local we’ll invite you in for an interview. Otherwise, we’ll schedule a call.
During the interview, we find out more about your likes and dislikes, your strengths and weaknesses, and the types of businesses in which you have an interest.
After working with you to secure the proper nondisclosure or confidentiality agreements to protect our sellers, we present you with business opportunities that match your needs and preferences.
When you find a business that’s a good fit we’ll ensure you have the info you need to make an informed decision. We’ll introduce you to the business, let you review the financials and give you the time to perform your own due diligence prior to making a contingent offer and obtaining financing.
Once the seller has agreed to the contingencies and conditions in your offer and you’ve obtained financing, it’s time to close the deal. We stay involved in every step of the process—through closing—to help streamline the transaction and address any issues or concerns that arise.
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