Breaking It Down: The Sixth of the Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions Our Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions has been so popular that we have decided to break it down. To briefly discuss each of the Ten Commandments, and its import and impact. The sixth commandment: “Don’t openly criticize your acquisition target.” Many prospective buyers […]

Guest post by Courtney Rosenfeld, Gig Spark Technology plays an indispensable role in the daily operations of millions of companies across the world. With IT spending on the rise and new developments each year, it’s no surprise that organizations both large and small are looking for more ways to implement technology. For small business owners, […]

Breaking It Down: The Fifth of the Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions Our Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions has been so popular that we have decided to break it down. To briefly discuss each of the Ten Commandments and its import and impact. The fifth commandment: “Be Proactive.” By all means don’t just sit there […]

Breaking It Down: The Fourth of the Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions Our Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions has been so popular that we have decided to break it down. To briefly discuss each of the Ten Commandments and its import and impact. The fourth commandment: “Use seasoned financial and legal advisors.” I hate to […]

Breaking It Down: The Third of the Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions Our Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions has been so popular that we have decided to break it down. To briefly discuss each of the Ten Commandments and its import and impact. The third commandment: “Obtain the exclusive right to negotiate .” Even a […]

Breaking It Down: The Second of the Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions Our Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions has been so popular that we have decided to break it down. To briefly discuss each of the Ten Commandments and its import and impact. The second commandment: “Play ball in your own league.” As I explained […]

Breaking It Down: The First of the Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions Our Ten Commandments of Business Acquisitions has been so popular that we have decided to break it down. To briefly discuss each of the Ten Commandments and its import and impact. The first commandment: “Understand your goals for the acquisition.” Begin with the […]

What is a contract? A contract is a promise or set of promises for the breach of which the law gives a remedy or the performance of which the law recognizes as a duty. In other words, a contract is a promise that is enforceable by law. What are the requirements for proving the existence […]

I picked up an invaluable saying at a recent memorial service. A speaker at the service told us that the deceased used to say “Doing Does It.” One of his favorite sayings. Of course it does! Actions speaks louder than words. A job begun is a job half done. The first yard is the longest […]

This is a question we hear from business owners who have been approached about the possibility of selling their business. Prospective sellers are always concerned about selling at a satisfactory price and on satisfactory terms and conditions. With our experience representing sellers of businesses for well over three decades, we certainly can help facilitate and […]