You Want to Buy a Business? What You Need to Know

In-Person. Sponsored by Cadence Bank. Have you considered becoming a business owner by acquiring an existing business? Or do you own a business and looking to expand by acquisition? This program is for you! Business acquisition is an increasingly popular, viable, and sought-after way to become your own boss, or to quickly grow the business you already own.

The 3-hour class will include:

Instruction by UGA Small Business Development Center experts
Presentation by bankers experienced in financing business acquisitions
A facilitated panel discussion of entrepreneurs who recently successfully acquired Middle Georgia businesses
Q&A opportunities with all the above

Course Outline

Introductions
Why Buy a Business?
Locating a Business to Acquire
Is It a Good Deal?
What Are the Key Terms?
What Am I Missing?
What Help Do I Need?
How Do I Finance the Deal? Are SBA loans available for acquisitions?
Panel discussion with successful business acquirers

Learner Outcomes

The important considerations for buying vs. starting a business
Techniques, processes and resources to help locate a business to acquire
A financial approach that helps determine if it’s a good deal for you
Resources to help in negotiating the purchase
Basic principles and requirements for financing the acquisition

Location: UGA SBDC in Macon, 4875 Riverside Dr. Suite 202, Macon, GA 31210