SOP 50 10 8 Did Not Eliminate SBA Acquisition Financing. It Professionalized It.
SBA SOP 50 10 8 tightened acquisition financing rules. Learn how the new standards affect buyers, sellers, deal structure, and SBA-backed closings in 2026.
SBA Standard Operating Procedure: Implications for Business Acquisitions in 2026
Learn how SBA SOP 50 10 8 changes acquisition financing in 2026, including equity rules, cash flow scrutiny, and what buyers and sellers must prepare for.
SBA Loans: Are They Worth It for Buying or Selling a Business?
Are SBA loans worth it for buying or selling a business? Learn the pros, cons, risks, and when SBA financing makes sense for buyers and sellers.
How Buyers Evaluate Risk and How Sellers Can Reduce It
When business owners think about valuation, they often focus on revenue growth, EBITDA, or headline multiples. Buyers, however, view transactions through a very different lens. At its core, every acqu…
You Found a Business You’d Like to Acquire. Now What? Next Steps to a Successful Acquisition
Found a business you want to acquire? Learn the critical next steps buyers should take, from valuation and diligence to deal structure and closing successfully.
How to Finance a Business Purchase
Learn the most effective ways to finance a business purchase, including SBA loans, seller financing, earnouts, equity, and deal structures buyers use to close.
What Are the Steps When Selling a Business? A Complete Guide for Owners
Learn the full step-by-step process of selling a business—from preparation and valuation to LOI, due diligence, and closing. A clear, expert M&A guide for owners.
The 8 Biggest Deal-Killers in Healthcare M&A — And How Owners Can Avoid Them
Discover the most common issues that derail healthcare M&A deals and learn how owners can prevent them through stronger financials, better compliance, reduced owner dependency, and improved operational stability.
The Hidden Deal-Killers in Manufacturing M&A — And How to Avoid Them
Learn the most common deal-killers in manufacturing M&A—customer concentration, poor financials, owner dependency, equipment issues—and how to fix them before a sale.
New SBA Loan Rules: What the Increase from $5M to $10M Means for U.S. Manufacturing & Industrial Business Owners
The SBA increased its acquisition loan limit from $5M to $10M. Learn how this change affects valuations, buyer demand, and exit opportunities for business owners.
What Is M&A Due Diligence? How the Process Works and Why It Is Critical to a Successful Acquisition
Learn what M&A due diligence involves, how the step-by-step process works, and why buyers and sellers rely on it to uncover risks, validate value, and protect a successful transaction.
Ensuring Strong Financial Momentum Before a Sale: Why Selling While You’re Growing Maximizes Value
Businesses with strong financial momentum sell for higher multiples. Learn why selling during growth maximizes value and attracts premium buyers.