Buying Businesses
What Are Micro Acquisitions?
Understand what the term "micro acquisition" means, as well as the reasons buyers and sellers may want to pursue this market. Consider the advantages, disadvantages and future of micro acquisitions.
The Fine Art of Influence: Persuasive Tactics for M&A Success
Learn key factors in the art of persuasion and influence that can enhance a negotiation outcome. Understand behavioral economics principles and significantly influence deal outcomes to your advantage.
2025 Trends To Watch in Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA)
Discover seven key trends to watch in the entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA) space. Consider how to best position your business acquisition for success in 2025.
7 Steps to Buying a Business
Discover this comprehensive guide to DealStream's business buying articles. Walk through each step in the transaction process with guidance and tips from industry leaders.
Refining Your Deal Sourcing Strategy
Take time to reflect on what worked, what didn’t, and what can be improved in your deal-sourcing approach. Consider improvements you can make to be better positioned in the months ahead.
Will 2025 Favor Buyers or Sellers in Construction M&A Deals?
Understand the trends that will shape the construction M&A landscape. Learn to position yourself to capitalize on emerging M&A construction opportunities in the new year.
Appreciating the Subscription-Based Business Model
Learn how subscription-based business models work, their advantages, and their challenges. Consider how these models will evolve in the future to meet changing social and consumer needs.
7 Reasons Business Purchases Fail
Discover some common reasons why business purchases often fall through. Gain strategies to address these issues and set up your acquisition for success.
Tips for Buying a Senior Care Business
Understand the booming senior care market and the various types of senior care businesses. Learn how to evaluate a potential senior care purchase.
The Questions Keeping Business Buyers Up at Night
Examine some of the top worries business buyers face during then purchase process. Learn how to manage each of those worries and set your acquisition up for success.
Tax Smart Strategies for Business Acquisitions
Explore critical tax considerations that every business acquirer should understand. Learn how these considerations can impact both immediate tax consequences and long-term financial outcomes.
What To Ask Before You Engage a Business Appraiser
Understand when you may need to hire a business appraiser. Learn the right questions to ask to ensure you select an appraiser who can deliver an objective and meaningful valuation.
DealStream Named as an Inc. 2024 Power Partner Award Winner
Read about the Inc. 2024 Power Partner Award selection process and DealStream's inclusion as a winner of the award. Learn about Inc. and about DealStream.
Financing Challenges for First-time Business Buyers
Understand the financing obstacles faced by first-time business buyers. Discover solutions to overcome financing challenges and turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality.
Tips for Buying a Vending Machine Business
Read nine great tips to consider before buying a vending machine business. Recognize the red flags to be aware of and get help making a smart business purchase.
Tips for Buying a Laundromat
Learn why laundromats can be a smart business purchase. Understand what to look for when considering buying a laundromat, and how to set up your business for continued success.
Acquiring Remote Work and Hybrid Model Companies
Discover why remote and hybrid work companies make excellent acquisition targets. Identify the specific types of businesses well suited to these models and learn key considerations for buyers.
The 100-Day M&A Metamorphosis
Learn to navigate your acquisition through the crucial first 100 days after closing. Discover strategies to implement effective communications, structures and systems during this critical time period.
Understanding Letters of Intent
Understand what a letter of intent (LOI) is, when it is used, and what provisions are normally included. Discover red flags sellers should watch for and what to expect after the LOI is signed.
How To Evaluate Employees Before and After Buying a Business
Learn pre-sale and post-sale considerations when evaluating the existing workforce of your target acquisition. Consider your options when the results of your evaluations are less than positive.