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The saying is true: money can’t buy happiness. On the other hand, as my father says, “Money isn’t everything, but it sure helps keep the kids in touch!” While Dad’s sentiment usually gets a laugh, he actually makes a very wise point. The Money Does Matter We can certainly agree that life is about more than money. But when a …
Viking Mergers & Acquisitions has represented American Small Business Owners for more than 25 years. It is reasonable to say that we are uniquely in tune with the life and experience of the American Small Business Owner. It is from that perspective that we stand unequivocally with the American Small Business Owner in vehement objection to the proposed capital gains …
There are as many types of business owners as there are types of businesses. In our experience however, we have identified three main categories: Innovators, Igniters, and Implementers. One type is not better or worse than another, and really all 3 types of business owners are needed at some point in the life cycle of a company. This is one …
Unlike other brokerage firms, over half of Viking M&A Senior Advisors have been business owners. With a keen understanding of what it takes to both buy a business and to build a business from scratch, we have gathered the pros and cons to consider if you are thinking of buying a business vs. starting one. Buying a Business vs. Starting …
When you sense the urge of entrepreneurship, you may want to start a new business. But that is not your only option. There is the option to purchase an existing business. Just as in the startup of something new, the process of how to buy a business that already exists is both thrilling and complex. There are common mistakes to …
There is incredible demand in the market right now for acquisition in the Managed Service Provider’s (MSP) space. This week we had a chance to sit down with former business owner, now Raleigh Managing Partner, Dan Wilson to talk about movement in MSPs and opportunities for MSP owner to sell their business. Q: Dan tell us a bit about your …
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Business The decisions you make when acquiring a business are essential to a smooth and prosperous transition. Buying a business can be an exciting but complicated process. The decisions you make when acquiring a business are essential to a smooth and prosperous transition. A rewarding progression can be achieved with a successful interplay …
What does “owner readiness” look like in the next decade? What are the trends associated with business succession and exit planning? When is a good time to sell a business, and how does the M&A market look in the future? What do I need to do to improve my business, and why is it so important to sell sooner rather …
Good news for the small business community! Much of what we have read about the CARES Act has been focused around the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) which is a 349 billion fund created at helping small businesses. A key provision of the Small Business Debt Relief Program addresses current and new loans, specifically 7(a), 504, and micro-loans. This program …
Do you know your loan options?: PPP vs EIDL We can help you navigate The Federal Government has dedicated over $350 billion in relief for small businesses, available through several loan programs. We have laid out each option so that you can carefully consider which loan makes the most sense for your business. If you have additional questions about each …
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