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What do buyers look for when purchasing a business?

Understanding the canadian market to successfully buy or sell your company

Forty-one percent of Canadian entrepreneurs intend to sell their business over the next five years, according to a September 2017 study published by BDC. Who will buy these companies? In this follow-up study, we answer this question and offer additional insights for entrepreneurs looking to buy or sell a business.

Find out:

  • Who are the entrepreneurs interested in buying a business over the next five years
  • The four main motivations of buyers
  • What type of companies buyers are looking for
  • 6 tips to avoid getting burned when buying a business

Plus, read the story of a Canadian entrepreneur who has successfully grown his business using a string of acquisitions.

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