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Buying Into An Existing Business May 2026
A common path for US buyers, often requiring only 10% down.
Talk to accountants, lawyers, and commercial brokers. They often know who is looking to exit before anyone else. 3. Initial "Sniff Test"
(Retirement and health are good; "the industry is dying" or "lawsuit pending" are red flags.) buying into an existing business
This is the "gold standard." If the seller carries a note for 20–30% of the price, it proves they believe in the business’s future success.
Review at least 3 years of tax returns, P&L statements, and balance sheets. Watch out for "owner add-backs" (personal expenses run through the business). A common path for US buyers, often requiring only 10% down
Does one customer represent more than 20% of the revenue? 5. Valuation and Financing
Does it rely entirely on the owner's personal relationships? If so, the value may disappear when they leave. Watch out for "owner add-backs" (personal expenses run
Before looking at listings, decide what kind of "buy-in" you are doing:
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