Village Wellth Insights
Expert perspectives from acquisition advisors and ETA specialists to help guide your entrepreneurial journey.
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What You Need to Know About Vendor Financing for Acquisitions
For buyers looking to access capital, vendor financing (also known as seller financing), is a helpful tool in business acquisitions.
3 months ago
How to Find a Business to Buy
By leveraging a combination of traditional methods, innovative tools, and creative strategies, this guide will walk you through effective ways to help you find a business to buy.
3 months ago
5 Ways to Stand Out as a Buyer
Trying to get a seller's attention? Here are 5 ways to stand out as a buyer.
6 months agoMore Articles
How Do Lenders Evaluate Risk in Acquisition Lending?
Here's what senior lenders think about loan request risk where an individual is using debt to finance an acquisition.
8 months ago
$700k EBITDA Acquisition with No Money Down - How this Village Wellth Customer Pulled It Off
Find out how this Village Wellth member acquired a $700k EBITDA business with no money down!
9 months ago
Navigating Taxes in Buying and Selling Businesses: A Simple Guide
Taxes have a big impact on your deal. But don't worry, we're here to break it down for you in simple terms.
9 months ago
Challenges Lenders Face in Acquisition Loans
Delve into the top five challenges lenders often face during the acquisition loan process.
11 months ago
Acquisition Lending is More than Just Interest Rate: The 14 Factors Banks Compete on In Acquisition Financing
Dive into the 14 factors that banks compete on in the dynamic landscape of acquisition lending beyond interest rates.
12 months ago
Behind the Scenes of a Successful Acquisition - Webinar Recap
This webinar explores valuable insights shared by entrepreneurs who have successfully bought and sold businesses, as well as seasoned experts in the fields of law, finance, and business leadership.
about 1 year ago
Unlocking Success with Vendor Financing in Business Acquisition Lending - WEBINAR RECAP
This blog explores the ins and outs of business acquisition lending, acquisition loans, and commercial lending, taking into consideration the benefits and nuances of vendor financing.
about 1 year ago
Navigating Business Acquisition Loans and Lending in Your Journey to Entrepreneurship
Acquiring an existing business is a multi-faceted process that often requires substantial financial resources. Learn from a previous business buyer on how he navigated the acquisition loan.
about 1 year ago
10 things to consider when a seller doesn't have a CIM
If the business seller doesn't have a Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM), it's important to gather as much relevant information as possible to make an informed decision.
over 1 year ago
Self-Funded Search Study
This Self-Funded Search Study provides insights and perspectives from self-funded entrepreneurs across all stages of the entrepreneurship through acquisition ("ETA") process.
over 1 year ago
It's all about CHEESE - Vermilion Community Development Co-operative Spotlight
The VCDC has invested at least five shares to support the co-operative’s first endeavor: a real estate lease for the Old School Cheesery in Vermilion, Alberta to enhance local economic development.
over 2 years ago
Reinventing Businesses After Acquisition
Not sure what to do with your company after you acquire it? Here's what you can do to reinvent and develop your acquired company.
over 2 years ago
What is Financial Due Diligence, and Why Do You Need to Do It?
Conducting due diligence is like conducting a “home inspection” on your target business. You certainly would never dream of purchasing a business before you had to financially investigate it.
over 2 years ago
Seeing Green: How the Bow Valley Green Energy Cooperative Empowers Sustainable Community Investment
The Bow Valley Green Energy Cooperative has taken the task of community-based solar power into its own hands.
over 2 years ago
First Steps After Finding a Business Listing
After days, weeks or, even, months of searching, you’ve found a business that piques your interest— here's how you act on it.
over 2 years ago
How to Make an Offer on a Business
Drafting an offer is a crucial step to making an acquisition dream a reality. Here’s what you need to know about making an offer.
over 2 years ago
Social Acquisition: Put your money in Main Street!
Here's how investment co-operatives can provide stability and grow small to medium enterprises to ensure a measurable economic impact to a community.
over 2 years ago
Buying a business - Masterclass
This buying a business masterclass will turn you into an acquisition genius in less than 45 minutes, helping you get a loan to acquire your dream business.
over 2 years ago
Anita’s Organic Mill — Acquisition Success Story
Here's how an employee managed to acquire Anita's Organic Mill.
over 2 years ago
3 Ways to Finance Business Acquisitions
Before a buyer can craft their financial strategy, they need to be aware of the financing options available. Here are 3 main financing options for acquisition entrepreneurs in Canada.
almost 3 years ago
Dear Business Brokers, we got you!
We’ve recognized that many first-time buyers have doubts about brokers and many proficient brokers have frustrations with buyers. Here's how to fix it.
almost 3 years ago
Two reasons why buyers end up making bad deal transactions
It’s not a secret that the process of buying a business can be lengthy, complicated and arduous. Once a buyer strikes a deal it could be six months to a year after to close their opportunity.
almost 3 years ago
Assess business fit before making an offer
During the acquisition process, it's important to find a business that meets your needs. Here's how to assess if a business is right for you.
about 3 years ago
Buying a business over starting a business
Why buy a pre-existing small to medium business over starting a new one? Less risk.
about 3 years ago
25 Things to Consider When Buying a Business
Walk through a detailed checklist of key items you should thoroughly assess before making such a critical decision, ensuring you make an informed investment.
about 3 years ago
Inside the Search: Finding that perfect business to buy
Buying a business is like buying a product; except, it's going to be the most important purchase of your life. Focussing your search to find the right business is crucial for success.
over 3 years ago
Who Do You Need On Your Team When Buying a Business?
In the business buying ecosystem, buyers are typically their own representative. Here's who you need on your team for a successful acquisition.
over 3 years ago
The post-pandemic entrepreneur
With greater reason now than before, people crave a redirection for their careers and habitual routines. There’s an opportunity to veer away from the corporate world by acquiring a business.
over 3 years ago
Creating a Deal Structure for an SME Acquisition
If you’re interested in acquiring a business and want to move forward, here's how to create a deal structure.
over 3 years ago
What kind of business should you buy?
What kind of business should you buy? The answer depends on multiple factors. Here's what you should consider.
over 3 years ago
Creating wealth through acquisition
Forward-thinking entrepreneurs realize that business acquisition is the alternative path and advantageous way to gain access to capital, build personal equity and improve overall wealth.
over 3 years ago
Five tips to finding the right business to buy
If you're searching for a business, these are the 5 essential factors that every buyer should define in order to refine their search criteria.
over 3 years ago
Two main reasons buyers fail to acquire a business
There are two factors that prevent buyers from reaching the point of acquisition and transaction. They occur during the search stage of acquiring a business.
over 3 years ago
The Coming Wave of Business Transitions in Canada
There is an absolutely fantastic opportunity for motivated, entrepreneurial Canadians to acquire existing small and mid-sized businesses, but it won’t last forever, and, there’s a name for it...
almost 4 years ago