Boston · business purchases
Looking to buy an existing business in Boston or elsewhere in Massachusetts? Tell our commercial team the type of business, location, budget, experience and timing. Distinguish a business acquisition from buying a building or leasing commercial premises.
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This inquiry goes to our commercial team. It is not a purchase offer, financing application, valuation report or legal review.
Start by identifying what the proposed sale includes: an ownership interest, equipment, inventory, brand rights, customer relationships or other assets. The premises may be leased, owned separately or outside the offer. Ask your advisers to review the proposed transaction, not just the asking price.
Send our team the address or search criteria. Availability and terms need a current check for the specific premises or service.
Compare before committing
Compare the control, support and obligations offered by the specific arrangement. For a franchise, ask about agreements, fees, operating requirements and support. For an independent operation, establish what systems, staff knowledge and supplier relationships would remain.
With your accountant and other advisers, examine the financial and operating records that support the seller’s claims. Ask about revenue, expenses, staffing, equipment, inventory and cash needed after closing. Past performance and an established customer base do not guarantee your results.
Ask your attorney to explain the proposed ownership or asset purchase, contracts, liabilities and any approvals or consents that apply. Do not assume every contract, license, lease, employee arrangement or obligation transfers automatically.
If the business occupies leased space, review the lease, term, permitted use, renewal, assignment and landlord requirements with your advisers. Establish what training, records, equipment and other transition support the seller proposes. Keep a real estate purchase separate if it is not included.
Build a budget for the acquisition and for operating after it. Discuss financing with the relevant lender, and review legal, accounting, equipment, inventory, staffing and working-capital needs with your advisers. An inquiry does not approve financing or establish the value, profitability or liabilities of a particular business.
Before committing
Discuss your requirements with our commercial team. Take property, business-use, financing or service-contract questions to the relevant organizations and qualified advisers. This guide does not settle those questions for a particular offer.
Send the address or preferred area, requirements, budget and timing.