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Selling, buying, financing, and running the numbers, written for owners.

2–3 years Selling · Featured Why owners should plan a sale years ahead How long a sale takes, what buyers check first, and why the work that raises value starts two to three years before you list.Read the article →

SBA financing explained for buyers and sellers

Equity injection, seller notes, and what the lender needs from each side of the deal.

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A 13-week cash forecast for contractors

Cash flow, job costing, and pricing for trades, so a slow month doesn’t catch you off guard.

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How lenders view your add-backs

Which adjustments to earnings hold up with buyers and lenders, and which get thrown out.

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