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Buying or Selling a Business: A Clear Path Forward

A practical, step-by-step guide to valuation, deal structure, financing, and transition  

Buying or selling a business doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This 55-minute workshop breaks down the key steps, valuation basics, financing options, and common pitfalls.

Designed for both buyers and sellers, this session walks through valuation basics, deal structure, financing options, due diligence, and negotiation strategies. Whether you’re exploring ownership or planning an exit, you’ll leave with a stronger understanding of the process and the confidence to take next steps.

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Buying or Selling a Business: A Clear Path Forward

A practical, step-by-step guide to valuation, deal structure, financing, and transition  

Buying or selling a business doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This 55-minute workshop breaks down the key steps, valuation basics, financing options, and common pitfalls.

Designed for both buyers and sellers, this session walks through valuation basics, deal structure, financing options, due diligence, and negotiation strategies. Whether you’re exploring ownership or planning an exit, you’ll leave with a stronger understanding of the process and the confidence to take next steps.

  • How buyers evaluate risk, cash flow, and value (and what sellers can do to prepare)

  • Asset sales vs. equity sales—and why most small businesses sell as assets

  • Letters of Intent, contingencies, and due diligence: what really matters and why

  • Valuation fundamentals using adjusted earnings and industry multiples

  • Financing options including SBA loans and lesser-known seller financing options

  • Common deal-breakers—and how to avoid them

  • How to think collaboratively in negotiations to reach win-win outcomes

Presented by Paulson Exchange, Contact Kris Fuehr with questions.

UPCOMING DATES:

  • Tuesday, Feb 17, 6:30-7:25pm

  • Thursday, Feb 26, 8:30-9:25am

WHERE?
13004 E Sprague #101, Spokane Valley, WA  99216

WHO? Curious Buyers and Sellers

COST: $0