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Whether you're preparing to sell, looking to buy, or just starting to explore your options — our library covers every stage of the M&A process. Browse featured content, search by topic, or explore articles, videos, and audio.

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Title
Audience
Date Published
Content Type
Media URL
Status
Description
Featured
Content Page
Topic
Seller Financing: Why Sellers Should Consider It
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Seller financing expands your buyer pool, signals confidence, and can command a higher price. Learn how it works and why 10–30% seller notes are standard.

Deal StructureFinancing
Consulting Services & Pricing
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

À la carte valuations, LOI preparation, lease reviews, and advisory services — with transparent pricing for every deliverable.

Valuation & PricingGeneral M&A
Mark Mueller — Video Profile
Both
February 22, 2026
Video
vimeo.com
Published

Meet Mark Mueller — 40+ years of CRE and business brokerage experience in a 3-minute video overview.

General M&A
Our 5-Phase Selling Process
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

From engagement through closing — our structured, repeatable 5-phase process refined over decades and 450+ transactions.

General M&APreparation
Work-to-Own Buying Model
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

An alternative acquisition strategy where you enter the business as an operator before completing the purchase — reducing risk for both parties.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
Business Goodwill — Full Guide
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

A comprehensive guide to understanding, documenting, and maximizing the intangible value of your business.

Valuation & Pricing
Commissions & Fee Structure
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Transparent pricing for full brokerage representation and consulting engagements — graduated commission schedule and retainer details.

General M&A
Seller's Prep Checklist for Initial Broker Meeting
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Everything you need to gather before your first meeting with us — financials, lease details, operations overview, and realistic expectations.

Preparation
Our Confidentiality Promise
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

How we protect your business identity throughout the transaction — anonymous marketing, NDA-gated access, staged disclosure, and secure data rooms.

Marketing & Confidentiality
Buyer Types & What They Look For
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Individual buyers, strategic acquirers, financial buyers, and Work-to-Own candidates — understand who's buying and what motivates them.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
SBA Loans: The Most Common Way to Buy a Business
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The SBA 7(a) loan program is the most popular financing vehicle for small business acquisitions. Key features, requirements, and how to position your deal.

FinancingBuying a Business
SDE vs. EBITDA: Which Metric Matters for Your Business?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

SDE is the standard for businesses under $1M in earnings; EBITDA is for larger businesses with professional management. Learn which applies to you.

Valuation & Pricing
First-Time Buyer's Roadmap
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Never bought a business before? Here's the step-by-step journey from defining your criteria through closing day.

Buying a Business
Preparing Your Business for Sale: The First 90 Days
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The preparation phase is where most value is created — or lost. Clean financials, documented operations, and realistic expectations are the foundation.

Preparation
What Is a Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM)?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The CIM is the primary marketing document for qualified buyers. It tells your business's story in a professional format that serious buyers expect.

Marketing & ConfidentialityPreparation
Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: What's the Difference?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Most Main Street transactions are asset sales. Learn the key differences between asset and stock sales, and which structure works for your situation.

Deal Structure
What Is Business Goodwill — and Why Does It Matter?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Goodwill is the intangible value above your physical assets — reputation, customer relationships, brand recognition. For most Main Street businesses, goodwill is 50–80% of the purchase price.

Valuation & Pricing
Due Diligence: What to Look For (and What to Watch Out For)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Due diligence is your chance to verify everything before closing. Focus areas, red flags, and how to navigate the 30–90 most critical days.

Due Diligence
How Industry Multiples Work
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

A 'multiple' is the factor applied to your SDE or EBITDA to estimate market value. Learn how multiples vary by industry, growth rate, and risk factors.

Valuation & Pricing
Understanding the Letter of Intent (LOI)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The LOI is the first formal written offer from a buyer. It sets the framework for the entire transaction — price, structure, terms, and timeline.

Letter of Intent

Browse by Topic

Comprehensive articles and guides organized by every step of the process — from preparation through closing and transition.

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Content Library

Title
Audience
Date Published
Content Type
Media URL
Status
Description
Featured
Content Page
Topic
Seller Financing: Why Sellers Should Consider It
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Seller financing expands your buyer pool, signals confidence, and can command a higher price. Learn how it works and why 10–30% seller notes are standard.

Deal StructureFinancing
Consulting Services & Pricing
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

À la carte valuations, LOI preparation, lease reviews, and advisory services — with transparent pricing for every deliverable.

Valuation & PricingGeneral M&A
Mark Mueller — Video Profile
Both
February 22, 2026
Video
vimeo.com
Published

Meet Mark Mueller — 40+ years of CRE and business brokerage experience in a 3-minute video overview.

General M&A
Our 5-Phase Selling Process
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

From engagement through closing — our structured, repeatable 5-phase process refined over decades and 450+ transactions.

General M&APreparation
Work-to-Own Buying Model
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

An alternative acquisition strategy where you enter the business as an operator before completing the purchase — reducing risk for both parties.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
Business Goodwill — Full Guide
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

A comprehensive guide to understanding, documenting, and maximizing the intangible value of your business.

Valuation & Pricing
Commissions & Fee Structure
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Transparent pricing for full brokerage representation and consulting engagements — graduated commission schedule and retainer details.

General M&A
Seller's Prep Checklist for Initial Broker Meeting
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Everything you need to gather before your first meeting with us — financials, lease details, operations overview, and realistic expectations.

Preparation
Our Confidentiality Promise
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

How we protect your business identity throughout the transaction — anonymous marketing, NDA-gated access, staged disclosure, and secure data rooms.

Marketing & Confidentiality
Buyer Types & What They Look For
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Individual buyers, strategic acquirers, financial buyers, and Work-to-Own candidates — understand who's buying and what motivates them.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
SBA Loans: The Most Common Way to Buy a Business
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The SBA 7(a) loan program is the most popular financing vehicle for small business acquisitions. Key features, requirements, and how to position your deal.

FinancingBuying a Business
SDE vs. EBITDA: Which Metric Matters for Your Business?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

SDE is the standard for businesses under $1M in earnings; EBITDA is for larger businesses with professional management. Learn which applies to you.

Valuation & Pricing
First-Time Buyer's Roadmap
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Never bought a business before? Here's the step-by-step journey from defining your criteria through closing day.

Buying a Business
Preparing Your Business for Sale: The First 90 Days
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The preparation phase is where most value is created — or lost. Clean financials, documented operations, and realistic expectations are the foundation.

Preparation
What Is a Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM)?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The CIM is the primary marketing document for qualified buyers. It tells your business's story in a professional format that serious buyers expect.

Marketing & ConfidentialityPreparation
Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: What's the Difference?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Most Main Street transactions are asset sales. Learn the key differences between asset and stock sales, and which structure works for your situation.

Deal Structure
What Is Business Goodwill — and Why Does It Matter?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Goodwill is the intangible value above your physical assets — reputation, customer relationships, brand recognition. For most Main Street businesses, goodwill is 50–80% of the purchase price.

Valuation & Pricing
Due Diligence: What to Look For (and What to Watch Out For)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Due diligence is your chance to verify everything before closing. Focus areas, red flags, and how to navigate the 30–90 most critical days.

Due Diligence
How Industry Multiples Work
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

A 'multiple' is the factor applied to your SDE or EBITDA to estimate market value. Learn how multiples vary by industry, growth rate, and risk factors.

Valuation & Pricing
Understanding the Letter of Intent (LOI)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The LOI is the first formal written offer from a buyer. It sets the framework for the entire transaction — price, structure, terms, and timeline.

Letter of Intent

📝 Articles & Guides

In-depth written content on valuation, deal structure, financing, due diligence, and more.

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Content Library

Title
Audience
Date Published
Content Type
Media URL
Status
Description
Featured
Content Page
Topic
Seller Financing: Why Sellers Should Consider It
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Seller financing expands your buyer pool, signals confidence, and can command a higher price. Learn how it works and why 10–30% seller notes are standard.

Deal StructureFinancing
Consulting Services & Pricing
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

À la carte valuations, LOI preparation, lease reviews, and advisory services — with transparent pricing for every deliverable.

Valuation & PricingGeneral M&A
Mark Mueller — Video Profile
Both
February 22, 2026
Video
vimeo.com
Published

Meet Mark Mueller — 40+ years of CRE and business brokerage experience in a 3-minute video overview.

General M&A
Our 5-Phase Selling Process
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

From engagement through closing — our structured, repeatable 5-phase process refined over decades and 450+ transactions.

General M&APreparation
Work-to-Own Buying Model
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

An alternative acquisition strategy where you enter the business as an operator before completing the purchase — reducing risk for both parties.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
Business Goodwill — Full Guide
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

A comprehensive guide to understanding, documenting, and maximizing the intangible value of your business.

Valuation & Pricing
Commissions & Fee Structure
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Transparent pricing for full brokerage representation and consulting engagements — graduated commission schedule and retainer details.

General M&A
Seller's Prep Checklist for Initial Broker Meeting
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Everything you need to gather before your first meeting with us — financials, lease details, operations overview, and realistic expectations.

Preparation
Our Confidentiality Promise
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

How we protect your business identity throughout the transaction — anonymous marketing, NDA-gated access, staged disclosure, and secure data rooms.

Marketing & Confidentiality
Buyer Types & What They Look For
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Individual buyers, strategic acquirers, financial buyers, and Work-to-Own candidates — understand who's buying and what motivates them.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
SBA Loans: The Most Common Way to Buy a Business
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The SBA 7(a) loan program is the most popular financing vehicle for small business acquisitions. Key features, requirements, and how to position your deal.

FinancingBuying a Business
SDE vs. EBITDA: Which Metric Matters for Your Business?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

SDE is the standard for businesses under $1M in earnings; EBITDA is for larger businesses with professional management. Learn which applies to you.

Valuation & Pricing
First-Time Buyer's Roadmap
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Never bought a business before? Here's the step-by-step journey from defining your criteria through closing day.

Buying a Business
Preparing Your Business for Sale: The First 90 Days
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The preparation phase is where most value is created — or lost. Clean financials, documented operations, and realistic expectations are the foundation.

Preparation
What Is a Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM)?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The CIM is the primary marketing document for qualified buyers. It tells your business's story in a professional format that serious buyers expect.

Marketing & ConfidentialityPreparation
Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: What's the Difference?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Most Main Street transactions are asset sales. Learn the key differences between asset and stock sales, and which structure works for your situation.

Deal Structure
What Is Business Goodwill — and Why Does It Matter?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Goodwill is the intangible value above your physical assets — reputation, customer relationships, brand recognition. For most Main Street businesses, goodwill is 50–80% of the purchase price.

Valuation & Pricing
Due Diligence: What to Look For (and What to Watch Out For)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Due diligence is your chance to verify everything before closing. Focus areas, red flags, and how to navigate the 30–90 most critical days.

Due Diligence
How Industry Multiples Work
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

A 'multiple' is the factor applied to your SDE or EBITDA to estimate market value. Learn how multiples vary by industry, growth rate, and risk factors.

Valuation & Pricing
Understanding the Letter of Intent (LOI)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The LOI is the first formal written offer from a buyer. It sets the framework for the entire transaction — price, structure, terms, and timeline.

Letter of Intent

🎬 Video Content

Watch and learn — video walkthroughs, profiles, and explainers.

📚
Content Library

Title
Audience
Date Published
Content Type
Media URL
Status
Description
Featured
Content Page
Topic
Seller Financing: Why Sellers Should Consider It
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Seller financing expands your buyer pool, signals confidence, and can command a higher price. Learn how it works and why 10–30% seller notes are standard.

Deal StructureFinancing
Consulting Services & Pricing
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

À la carte valuations, LOI preparation, lease reviews, and advisory services — with transparent pricing for every deliverable.

Valuation & PricingGeneral M&A
Mark Mueller — Video Profile
Both
February 22, 2026
Video
vimeo.com
Published

Meet Mark Mueller — 40+ years of CRE and business brokerage experience in a 3-minute video overview.

General M&A
Our 5-Phase Selling Process
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

From engagement through closing — our structured, repeatable 5-phase process refined over decades and 450+ transactions.

General M&APreparation
Work-to-Own Buying Model
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

An alternative acquisition strategy where you enter the business as an operator before completing the purchase — reducing risk for both parties.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
Business Goodwill — Full Guide
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

A comprehensive guide to understanding, documenting, and maximizing the intangible value of your business.

Valuation & Pricing
Commissions & Fee Structure
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Transparent pricing for full brokerage representation and consulting engagements — graduated commission schedule and retainer details.

General M&A
Seller's Prep Checklist for Initial Broker Meeting
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Everything you need to gather before your first meeting with us — financials, lease details, operations overview, and realistic expectations.

Preparation
Our Confidentiality Promise
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

How we protect your business identity throughout the transaction — anonymous marketing, NDA-gated access, staged disclosure, and secure data rooms.

Marketing & Confidentiality
Buyer Types & What They Look For
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Individual buyers, strategic acquirers, financial buyers, and Work-to-Own candidates — understand who's buying and what motivates them.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
SBA Loans: The Most Common Way to Buy a Business
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The SBA 7(a) loan program is the most popular financing vehicle for small business acquisitions. Key features, requirements, and how to position your deal.

FinancingBuying a Business
SDE vs. EBITDA: Which Metric Matters for Your Business?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

SDE is the standard for businesses under $1M in earnings; EBITDA is for larger businesses with professional management. Learn which applies to you.

Valuation & Pricing
First-Time Buyer's Roadmap
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Never bought a business before? Here's the step-by-step journey from defining your criteria through closing day.

Buying a Business
Preparing Your Business for Sale: The First 90 Days
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The preparation phase is where most value is created — or lost. Clean financials, documented operations, and realistic expectations are the foundation.

Preparation
What Is a Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM)?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The CIM is the primary marketing document for qualified buyers. It tells your business's story in a professional format that serious buyers expect.

Marketing & ConfidentialityPreparation
Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: What's the Difference?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Most Main Street transactions are asset sales. Learn the key differences between asset and stock sales, and which structure works for your situation.

Deal Structure
What Is Business Goodwill — and Why Does It Matter?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Goodwill is the intangible value above your physical assets — reputation, customer relationships, brand recognition. For most Main Street businesses, goodwill is 50–80% of the purchase price.

Valuation & Pricing
Due Diligence: What to Look For (and What to Watch Out For)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Due diligence is your chance to verify everything before closing. Focus areas, red flags, and how to navigate the 30–90 most critical days.

Due Diligence
How Industry Multiples Work
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

A 'multiple' is the factor applied to your SDE or EBITDA to estimate market value. Learn how multiples vary by industry, growth rate, and risk factors.

Valuation & Pricing
Understanding the Letter of Intent (LOI)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The LOI is the first formal written offer from a buyer. It sets the framework for the entire transaction — price, structure, terms, and timeline.

Letter of Intent

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Content Library

Title
Audience
Date Published
Content Type
Media URL
Status
Description
Featured
Content Page
Topic
Seller Financing: Why Sellers Should Consider It
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Seller financing expands your buyer pool, signals confidence, and can command a higher price. Learn how it works and why 10–30% seller notes are standard.

Deal StructureFinancing
Consulting Services & Pricing
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

À la carte valuations, LOI preparation, lease reviews, and advisory services — with transparent pricing for every deliverable.

Valuation & PricingGeneral M&A
Mark Mueller — Video Profile
Both
February 22, 2026
Video
vimeo.com
Published

Meet Mark Mueller — 40+ years of CRE and business brokerage experience in a 3-minute video overview.

General M&A
Our 5-Phase Selling Process
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

From engagement through closing — our structured, repeatable 5-phase process refined over decades and 450+ transactions.

General M&APreparation
Work-to-Own Buying Model
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

An alternative acquisition strategy where you enter the business as an operator before completing the purchase — reducing risk for both parties.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
Business Goodwill — Full Guide
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

A comprehensive guide to understanding, documenting, and maximizing the intangible value of your business.

Valuation & Pricing
Commissions & Fee Structure
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Transparent pricing for full brokerage representation and consulting engagements — graduated commission schedule and retainer details.

General M&A
Seller's Prep Checklist for Initial Broker Meeting
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Everything you need to gather before your first meeting with us — financials, lease details, operations overview, and realistic expectations.

Preparation
Our Confidentiality Promise
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

How we protect your business identity throughout the transaction — anonymous marketing, NDA-gated access, staged disclosure, and secure data rooms.

Marketing & Confidentiality
Buyer Types & What They Look For
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Individual buyers, strategic acquirers, financial buyers, and Work-to-Own candidates — understand who's buying and what motivates them.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
SBA Loans: The Most Common Way to Buy a Business
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The SBA 7(a) loan program is the most popular financing vehicle for small business acquisitions. Key features, requirements, and how to position your deal.

FinancingBuying a Business
SDE vs. EBITDA: Which Metric Matters for Your Business?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

SDE is the standard for businesses under $1M in earnings; EBITDA is for larger businesses with professional management. Learn which applies to you.

Valuation & Pricing
First-Time Buyer's Roadmap
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Never bought a business before? Here's the step-by-step journey from defining your criteria through closing day.

Buying a Business
Preparing Your Business for Sale: The First 90 Days
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The preparation phase is where most value is created — or lost. Clean financials, documented operations, and realistic expectations are the foundation.

Preparation
What Is a Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM)?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The CIM is the primary marketing document for qualified buyers. It tells your business's story in a professional format that serious buyers expect.

Marketing & ConfidentialityPreparation
Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: What's the Difference?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Most Main Street transactions are asset sales. Learn the key differences between asset and stock sales, and which structure works for your situation.

Deal Structure
What Is Business Goodwill — and Why Does It Matter?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Goodwill is the intangible value above your physical assets — reputation, customer relationships, brand recognition. For most Main Street businesses, goodwill is 50–80% of the purchase price.

Valuation & Pricing
Due Diligence: What to Look For (and What to Watch Out For)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Due diligence is your chance to verify everything before closing. Focus areas, red flags, and how to navigate the 30–90 most critical days.

Due Diligence
How Industry Multiples Work
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

A 'multiple' is the factor applied to your SDE or EBITDA to estimate market value. Learn how multiples vary by industry, growth rate, and risk factors.

Valuation & Pricing
Understanding the Letter of Intent (LOI)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The LOI is the first formal written offer from a buyer. It sets the framework for the entire transaction — price, structure, terms, and timeline.

Letter of Intent

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Seller Financing: Why Sellers Should Consider It
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Seller financing expands your buyer pool, signals confidence, and can command a higher price. Learn how it works and why 10–30% seller notes are standard.

Deal StructureFinancing
Consulting Services & Pricing
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

À la carte valuations, LOI preparation, lease reviews, and advisory services — with transparent pricing for every deliverable.

Valuation & PricingGeneral M&A
Mark Mueller — Video Profile
Both
February 22, 2026
Video
vimeo.com
Published

Meet Mark Mueller — 40+ years of CRE and business brokerage experience in a 3-minute video overview.

General M&A
Our 5-Phase Selling Process
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

From engagement through closing — our structured, repeatable 5-phase process refined over decades and 450+ transactions.

General M&APreparation
Work-to-Own Buying Model
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

An alternative acquisition strategy where you enter the business as an operator before completing the purchase — reducing risk for both parties.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
Business Goodwill — Full Guide
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

A comprehensive guide to understanding, documenting, and maximizing the intangible value of your business.

Valuation & Pricing
Commissions & Fee Structure
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Transparent pricing for full brokerage representation and consulting engagements — graduated commission schedule and retainer details.

General M&A
Seller's Prep Checklist for Initial Broker Meeting
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Everything you need to gather before your first meeting with us — financials, lease details, operations overview, and realistic expectations.

Preparation
Our Confidentiality Promise
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

How we protect your business identity throughout the transaction — anonymous marketing, NDA-gated access, staged disclosure, and secure data rooms.

Marketing & Confidentiality
Buyer Types & What They Look For
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Individual buyers, strategic acquirers, financial buyers, and Work-to-Own candidates — understand who's buying and what motivates them.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
SBA Loans: The Most Common Way to Buy a Business
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The SBA 7(a) loan program is the most popular financing vehicle for small business acquisitions. Key features, requirements, and how to position your deal.

FinancingBuying a Business
SDE vs. EBITDA: Which Metric Matters for Your Business?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

SDE is the standard for businesses under $1M in earnings; EBITDA is for larger businesses with professional management. Learn which applies to you.

Valuation & Pricing
First-Time Buyer's Roadmap
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Never bought a business before? Here's the step-by-step journey from defining your criteria through closing day.

Buying a Business
Preparing Your Business for Sale: The First 90 Days
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The preparation phase is where most value is created — or lost. Clean financials, documented operations, and realistic expectations are the foundation.

Preparation
What Is a Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM)?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The CIM is the primary marketing document for qualified buyers. It tells your business's story in a professional format that serious buyers expect.

Marketing & ConfidentialityPreparation
Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: What's the Difference?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Most Main Street transactions are asset sales. Learn the key differences between asset and stock sales, and which structure works for your situation.

Deal Structure
What Is Business Goodwill — and Why Does It Matter?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Goodwill is the intangible value above your physical assets — reputation, customer relationships, brand recognition. For most Main Street businesses, goodwill is 50–80% of the purchase price.

Valuation & Pricing
Due Diligence: What to Look For (and What to Watch Out For)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Due diligence is your chance to verify everything before closing. Focus areas, red flags, and how to navigate the 30–90 most critical days.

Due Diligence
How Industry Multiples Work
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

A 'multiple' is the factor applied to your SDE or EBITDA to estimate market value. Learn how multiples vary by industry, growth rate, and risk factors.

Valuation & Pricing
Understanding the Letter of Intent (LOI)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The LOI is the first formal written offer from a buyer. It sets the framework for the entire transaction — price, structure, terms, and timeline.

Letter of Intent

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Seller Financing: Why Sellers Should Consider It
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Seller financing expands your buyer pool, signals confidence, and can command a higher price. Learn how it works and why 10–30% seller notes are standard.

Deal StructureFinancing
Consulting Services & Pricing
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

À la carte valuations, LOI preparation, lease reviews, and advisory services — with transparent pricing for every deliverable.

Valuation & PricingGeneral M&A
Mark Mueller — Video Profile
Both
February 22, 2026
Video
vimeo.com
Published

Meet Mark Mueller — 40+ years of CRE and business brokerage experience in a 3-minute video overview.

General M&A
Our 5-Phase Selling Process
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

From engagement through closing — our structured, repeatable 5-phase process refined over decades and 450+ transactions.

General M&APreparation
Work-to-Own Buying Model
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

An alternative acquisition strategy where you enter the business as an operator before completing the purchase — reducing risk for both parties.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
Business Goodwill — Full Guide
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

A comprehensive guide to understanding, documenting, and maximizing the intangible value of your business.

Valuation & Pricing
Commissions & Fee Structure
Both
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Transparent pricing for full brokerage representation and consulting engagements — graduated commission schedule and retainer details.

General M&A
Seller's Prep Checklist for Initial Broker Meeting
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Everything you need to gather before your first meeting with us — financials, lease details, operations overview, and realistic expectations.

Preparation
Our Confidentiality Promise
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

How we protect your business identity throughout the transaction — anonymous marketing, NDA-gated access, staged disclosure, and secure data rooms.

Marketing & Confidentiality
Buyer Types & What They Look For
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Individual buyers, strategic acquirers, financial buyers, and Work-to-Own candidates — understand who's buying and what motivates them.

Buying a BusinessExit Options
SBA Loans: The Most Common Way to Buy a Business
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The SBA 7(a) loan program is the most popular financing vehicle for small business acquisitions. Key features, requirements, and how to position your deal.

FinancingBuying a Business
SDE vs. EBITDA: Which Metric Matters for Your Business?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

SDE is the standard for businesses under $1M in earnings; EBITDA is for larger businesses with professional management. Learn which applies to you.

Valuation & Pricing
First-Time Buyer's Roadmap
Buyers
February 22, 2026
Guide
Published

Never bought a business before? Here's the step-by-step journey from defining your criteria through closing day.

Buying a Business
Preparing Your Business for Sale: The First 90 Days
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The preparation phase is where most value is created — or lost. Clean financials, documented operations, and realistic expectations are the foundation.

Preparation
What Is a Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM)?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The CIM is the primary marketing document for qualified buyers. It tells your business's story in a professional format that serious buyers expect.

Marketing & ConfidentialityPreparation
Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: What's the Difference?
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Most Main Street transactions are asset sales. Learn the key differences between asset and stock sales, and which structure works for your situation.

Deal Structure
What Is Business Goodwill — and Why Does It Matter?
Sellers
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Goodwill is the intangible value above your physical assets — reputation, customer relationships, brand recognition. For most Main Street businesses, goodwill is 50–80% of the purchase price.

Valuation & Pricing
Due Diligence: What to Look For (and What to Watch Out For)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

Due diligence is your chance to verify everything before closing. Focus areas, red flags, and how to navigate the 30–90 most critical days.

Due Diligence
How Industry Multiples Work
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

A 'multiple' is the factor applied to your SDE or EBITDA to estimate market value. Learn how multiples vary by industry, growth rate, and risk factors.

Valuation & Pricing
Understanding the Letter of Intent (LOI)
Both
February 22, 2026
Article
Published

The LOI is the first formal written offer from a buyer. It sets the framework for the entire transaction — price, structure, terms, and timeline.

Letter of Intent

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