Course Details


Course Name: Business Ownership Transitions: Buying, Selling, and Exit Strategies - Beginning the Process through Due Diligence
CPE Credits: 4
Type: Online/Video
Exam: Passing grade (70%)
Price: $60 $54


Description:
With the onslaught of the retirement of the baby boomer generation, one can expect lots of activity in this area over the next five years. Also, many companies have been hoarding cash during the long downturn in our economy and are now ready to invest this cash by purchasing other businesses. Proper planning for an ownership transition can make the difference between success, failure, and serious disappointments especially in the financial environment that exists today. This course is perfect for any CPA advising a client or for CFOs guiding management (owners) when a business transition is anticipated.


Topics:
Overview
Why do business transitions often fail or do great harm to the business after a transition?
What is the driving force behind so many companies being bought or sold?
The four Ds of a business exit strategy and tips for exiting a business
How many transition strategies are available to select from anyway?
The business culture discussion
What information should the seller provide for me if I am interested in buying their company?
What is due diligence and how important is it?
What is the main purpose of due diligence
Does the seller have any interest in knowing something about the buyer?
Are there situations that business should be wary of in a purchase of a business
Cash flow analysis and standard break-even analysis
Is there a good executive summary that would help?






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