Before looking at listings, define your "buy-box"—the specific parameters of the company you want to acquire.
Decide if you want to be a hands-on operator or a passive owner hiring a general manager. how to buy a company
If the business passes initial screening, you must determine its worth and propose terms. Before looking at listings
Focus on a specific Industry (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, accounting), Size (revenue/profit targets), and Geography . Size (revenue/profit targets)