Buying Businesses

How to Run a Business You Didn't Start

How to Run a Business You Didn't Start

Learn lessons to lead with confidence. Start a business purchase strong by learning the culture, auditing operations, and understanding customers before making changes.

Understanding Add-Backs: What Sellers Don’t Always Tell You

Understanding Add-Backs: What Sellers Don’t Always Tell You

Learn how add-backs reshape SDE and valuation—and where some sellers may stretch the truth. Protect your deal by verifying every adjustment, uncovering hidden costs, and calculating real cash flow.

2026 Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) Trends to Watch

2026 Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) Trends to Watch

Prepare for 2026 by understanding how seller supply, capital discipline, and operator profiles are evolving in ETA. Position yourself to win by aligning strategy, readiness, and resilience.

The True Cost of Borrowing: What Interest Rates Really Mean for Small Businesses

The True Cost of Borrowing: What Interest Rates Really Mean for Small Businesses

Unlock the real cost of borrowing by looking beyond advertised rates to fees, terms, and risk. Protect your business by choosing financing that fits your cash flow and avoids costly surprises.

How Buyers Can Stand Out and Win Deals in a Competitive Market

How Buyers Can Stand Out and Win Deals in a Competitive Market

Show sellers you’re the most prepared, trustworthy buyer by presenting a clear, confident capability brief. Stand out by demonstrating culture fit, financial readiness, and a compelling vision.

How Much Can You Afford When Buying a Business?

How Much Can You Afford When Buying a Business?

Assess your true buying power to make smarter, safer business acquisition decisions. Plan ahead to balance financing, cash flow, and risk so you can buy confidently and build sustainably.

AI’s Growing Power Needs: What It Means for Real Estate and the Built Environment

AI’s Growing Power Needs: What It Means for Real Estate and the Built Environment

Explore how AI data centers are transforming land demand, infrastructure, and development patterns. Identify the emerging markets positioned to benefit from this massive shift.

Non-Competes in M&A Transactions: Purpose, Structure and Strategy

Non-Competes in M&A Transactions: Purpose, Structure and Strategy

Drive deal success by using balanced non-competes that protect goodwill and clarify post-sale boundaries. Strengthen transitions by drafting precise, fair terms that promote stability and confidence.

Leveraging SBA Strategic Loan Sequencing for Acquisition Success

Leveraging SBA Strategic Loan Sequencing for Acquisition Success

Transform your acquisition strategy by pairing 7(a), CAPLine, and 504 loans for maximum leverage. Optimize financing efficiency by following a three-stage SBA roadmap.

The Metaverse’s Second Act: Where Smart Money Is Moving Next

The Metaverse’s Second Act: Where Smart Money Is Moving Next

Discover how the metaverse is evolving from hype to real-world value. Explore where smart investors are focusing as digital infrastructure reshapes global productivity.

How to Buy a Business in Italy

How to Buy a Business in Italy

Discover how to turn your Italian dream into reality by buying a business abroad. Learn key steps, visa options, and tips for thriving as an expat entrepreneur in Italy.

DealStream Recognized as a 2025 Inc. Power Partner Award Winner

DealStream Recognized as a 2025 Inc. Power Partner Award Winner

Celebrate DealStream’s continued excellence as a 2025 Inc. Power Partner Award winner. Join the entrepreneurs and investors thriving through DealStream’s trusted global marketplace and resources.

Outlook for the “Main Street” M&A Market — Q4 2025

Outlook for the “Main Street” M&A Market — Q4 2025

Discover how Q4’s “Main Street” M&A market is expected to steady as buyer optimism and deal confidence outpaced Q3. Leverage these insights to capitalize on the building M&A momentum.

Five Industries Attracting Business Buyers in 2025 and 2026

Five Industries Attracting Business Buyers in 2025 and 2026

Discover the top five industries attracting business buyers in 2025 and 2026. Explore where stability, scalability, and steady demand are driving acquisition opportunities.

Digital Currencies Are Changing the Way People Buy Businesses Globally

Digital Currencies Are Changing the Way People Buy Businesses Globally

Unlock the power of CBDCs in cross-border deals. Discover how digital currencies create faster, cheaper, and more secure business transactions worldwide.

Managing Customer Relationships Through an Ownership Change

Managing Customer Relationships Through an Ownership Change

Uncover the keys to retaining customers through business sales. Discover how clear communication builds loyalty and confidence during change.

The Longevity Sector Could Be Your Most Profitable Investment Yet

The Longevity Sector Could Be Your Most Profitable Investment Yet

Explore how longevity science is reshaping health and wealth. Invest early to capture one of the century’s fastest-growing markets.

Motivating Business Sellers to Offer Financing

Motivating Business Sellers to Offer Financing

Unlock the secrets to securing seller financing for business acquisitions. Find out how to overcome objections and structure win-win deals.

Tips for Buying a Landscaping Business

Tips for Buying a Landscaping Business

Explore what you need to know before buying a landscaping company. Understand finances, assets, and operations to make a confident, informed purchase decision.

Tips for Buying an HVAC Business

Tips for Buying an HVAC Business

Learn the secrets to buying an HVAC business successfully. Avoid costly mistakes by evaluating financials, growth potential, and customer relationships first.