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I want to buy a service business that has no assets. The owner is selling his knowledge and a client base that seems to be reflected in his sole-proprietorship tax returns.  How can I be sure his numbers were not fabricated for this sale?  Also, what can I use as protection clause in the offer to buy in case once I give him the money, I find out the prospects are not what they were represented to be?


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I would take to a business attorney, which will be able to look over the numbers to make sure they are accurate.

Posted 2009-03-03T15:05:16Z
 


You can also take coaches and consultants to help you. Nowadays more people and corporations are turning to coaches and consultants to help them find viable solutions to problems or help in manifesting their dreams. They can guide you find the right business your looking for.

 
  them find viable solutions to problems or help in manifesting their dreams.

Posted 2009-10-17T03:43:16Z
 

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Posted 2009-12-16T04:06:06Z

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