You always wanted to run, but not start, your own business. Or perhaps you have an existing business, but are looking to accelerate your growth with a strategic acquisition. How do you go about identifying and evaluating quality acquisition targets? What should your initial offer contain? How do you negotiate and then document the transaction […]
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Notwithstanding the ongoing political drama in Washington, D.C. and across the country, 2018 has been a good year for the U.S. economy! The stock market hit new highs, unemployment dipped to historic lows, and economic optimism recorded some of the highest levels in decades. With the return of a divided Federal government as a result […]
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How many people do you know who built a dream business or career, but sacrificed their mind, body, and health to get what they wanted? Given the desire for millions of us to build the business or career of our dreams, what is the cost of all the stress? And when work or life throws […]
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Contracts are a daily part of every business owner’s life. When economic times are good, many owners ignore contractual formalities and some even abandon written agreements altogether. During the days of abundant (and seemingly unending) profits, “handshake deals” often become the norm. When things go sideways, however, proliferating disputes and costly litigation lay bare the […]
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Does your business have more than one owner? If so, then a comprehensive shareholders’ agreement (or operating agreement for LLCs) may be essential. For companies of all sizes, it is one of the most important, yet most overlooked agreements. At minimum, a properly drafted shareholders’ agreement may ensure that the owners’ vision, goals and expectations […]
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