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The Business Acquisition: How to Find, Structure, and Close the Right Deal Without the Costly Mistakes
FREE Live Webinar | 60 Minutes | Live Q&A IncludedAre you ready to grow faster than organic growth allows?
The smartest entrepreneurs aren't always building from scratch; they're acquiring. Buying an existing business means stepping into ready-made customers, established revenue, and proven infrastructure from day one.But done wrong, an acquisition can be your most expensive lesson yet.That's why we're bringing together a seasoned business broker and an experienced business attorney for a no-fluff, end-to-end walkthrough of the acquisition process from your very first search to the day you close.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN- Why Acquisition Makes Strategic Sense: Understand what you're really buying when you acquire a business: customers, cash flow, systems, or brand, and why acquisition often beats building from the ground up.
- How to Find the Right Business: Where to source targets, how to evaluate fit, and the foundational steps (including NDAs) that protect you before serious conversations begin.
- Valuation & Deal Structure: Asset purchase or merger of equals? Bank financing or seller carry-back? We'll break down every structure and the legal and financial implications of each.
- Due Diligence: What You Can't Afford to Skip: Licensing, liabilities, contracts, and the red flags that kill deals or should. Learn what to look for and how to look for it.
- The Contract: Key Provisions That Protect You: Reps and warranties, non-compete clauses, entity selection, and tax considerations. Know exactly what belongs in your deal before you sign anything.
- Closing & Timeline: A realistic look at how long acquisitions actually take, plus key legal takeaways and your questions answered live.
THIS WEBINAR IS FOR YOU IF:- You're considering acquiring a business and don't know where to start
- You're actively searching and want to avoid costly legal or financial missteps
- You're under LOI and need to understand what comes next
- You're an advisor or professional looking to sharpen your acquisition knowledge
SPEAKERSJessica Gaul, Business Broker, Total TransitionJessica has guided buyers and sellers through countless small and mid-market transactions. She brings real-world, broker-side insight into every stage of the acquisition process from identifying the right target to navigating the final close.
Evonne Xu, Business Attorney, Partner at Taft LawEvonne is a business attorney with deep experience in M&A, contracts, and corporate structure. She helps clients understand the legal landscape of acquisitions so they can move confidently from the first handshake to the final signature.
Reserve your free spot today.
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Date and Time
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDTLocation
Webinar
Fees/Admission
Complimentary
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