Main Street To Mid-Street Acquisition & Financing News

Expert insights, funding strategies, and practical guidance for securing capital, financing growth, and navigating business acquisitions. Whether you're raising capital for expansion, restructuring debt, or exploring your first acquisition, our blog provides the knowledge and resources to help you succeed.

Growth
March 6, 2024

Businesses For Sale! Get Your Businesses For Sale!

Even though it’s gearing up to be baseball season, I’m not heading to the stadiums to shout to fans. Instead, I’m hanging out with the team in the office shouting through the internet about our freaking sweet updates to the Business Listings page on Clearly Acquired.

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Growth
March 6, 2024

Navigating the Future: The Essential Guide to Succession Planning for Baby Boomer Entrepreneurs

The preparation for selling or passing on a business is a complex but necessary step for ensuring its longevity and success beyond the tenure of its boomer owners, safeguarding the livelihoods of millions and the stability of the economy.‍

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Growth
March 1, 2024

Acquisition Financing: You and the SBA

The Small Business Administration (SBA) stands as one of the predominant small business lenders in the United States, operating as a federal agency dedicated to providing counseling, capital, and contracting expertise.

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Growth
February 29, 2024

Acquisition Financing: Understanding Your Options

In the realm of business acquisitions, securing the right financing is pivotal. Whether it's a 100% cash purchase or a strategic play involving financial instruments like loans, the landscape is diverse.

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Growth
February 28, 2024

Clearly Verified: Securing Success for Buyers and Brokers on the Clearly Acquired Marketplace

In the rapidly evolving digital marketplace, the exchange of sensitive business information demands a new level of security and trust.

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Growth
February 21, 2024

The Comprehensive SWOT Analysis for Acquisition Entrepreneurs

For acquisition entrepreneurs, conducting a thorough SWOT analysis is essential to understand not just the financial viability but the overall health and potential of a target business.

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Growth
February 19, 2024

Before You Buy...Assess The IT Infrastructure

A thorough assessment of IT infrastructure is a key part to technical due diligence when you’re acquiring a business. Read more about what to look for from our Chief Technology Officer at Clearly Acquired.

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Growth
February 18, 2024

A Business Buyer Profile That Gets Brokers’ Attention

In the journey of acquiring a business, building trust with brokers and sellers is a pivotal step that can significantly influence the success of your endeavors. ‍By meticulously filling out each section of your buyer profile, you transform it into a comprehensive narrative that not only showcases your qualifications but also communicates your values, vision, and commitment to the business world.

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Growth
February 9, 2024

Show Me Your Friends, And I'll Show You Your Future: The Power of Community and Collaboration at Clearly Acquired

At Clearly Acquired, we champion this collaborative approach, understanding that the true strength of an entrepreneur lies in the community they build around them. This philosophy is embedded in every aspect of our platform, affirming our commitment to not just business transactions, but to nurturing a thriving network of entrepreneurs.

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Growth
February 6, 2024

Accountability Matters When Buying & Building Companies

Here’s the thing: whether you’re buying companies or helping lead them, it’s key to hold your people accountable.

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Growth
February 5, 2024

Why Marketers Should Buy Businesses

In the dynamic landscape of today's economy, marketers are increasingly stepping into the world of entrepreneurship, not by starting new ventures from scratch, but through the acquisition of existing businesses. 

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Growth
February 1, 2024

Acquisition Financing: How You Can Get Prepared

Entering the world of business acquisitions can be a daunting task. However, with thorough preparation and research, you can significantly smooth out the process.

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Acquire Quality. Fund Growth. Close with Confidence.

As an AI-driven Business Acquisition Marketplace and Financing Platform, we are on a mission to simplify and accelerate the MainStreet to MidStreet lending and acquisition ecosystem.

We specialize in technology that supports price discovery, identity verification and financial qualification, and buy-side tools to help searchers source and manage deal flow, make offers, secure lending/financing solutions, and close with confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions by users that are looking to buy businesses on Clearly Acquired:

How can I show business owners I'm a legitimate buyer and that I'm interested?

With a Clearly Verified account, you can instill confidence in other users, brokers and sellers that you are, who you say you are, when you "verify" your identify.  This is the key to instilling confidence in the users on the platform,  gaining traction and getting instant access to financials, supporting data and insight to quickly move to making an offer or moving on.   This will save you months of wasted time and expedite the closing of a sale.

How are my finances verified?

Using financial technology the Clearly Acquired Platform safely and securely verifies your finances, to help sellers understand your closing capability and help lenders expedite your financing. Additionally, the buy-side deal room will help you get your documentation in order, to prepare you for the debt and equity financing you will need to close your acquisition.

Can I get in touch with advisors to help support me in this process?

The Clearly Acquired team is here to support you on your business acquisition or business sale journey. That said, the platform is designed to connect you with a community of users, who are identify verified, which include: investors, lenders, advisors, brokers, consultants, and other buyers who are looking for partners.  

What is a Deal Hub?

The Deal Hub is the central repository for all transaction-related activities on our business acquisition platform. It serves as a secure and organized space where buyers and sellers can access critical information and manage the entire acquisition process efficiently. The Deal Hub is divided into two main components: the Data Room and the Deal Rooms.

Data Room: The Data Room is a secure, virtual storage space where sellers can upload and share essential documents related to their business. This includes financial statements, legal contracts, operational reports, and other due diligence materials. Buyers can access these documents to conduct thorough evaluations and make informed decisions. The Data Room ensures that all sensitive information is protected and only accessible to authorized parties.

Deal Rooms: The Deal Rooms are dedicated spaces for each business listing where buyers and sellers can collaborate and negotiate terms. Each Deal Room is equipped with tools for real-time communication, document sharing, and tracking the progress of the deal. This streamlined environment facilitates transparent and efficient interactions, helping to expedite the acquisition process and ensuring that both parties are aligned at every stage.

The Deal Hub's comprehensive and secure infrastructure simplifies the complexities of business acquisitions, providing a seamless experience for all users involved.

What is Plaid?

Plaid is a financial technology company that provides a secure and seamless way to connect and interact with financial institutions. It enables applications to access users' financial data with their consent, facilitating a wide range of services such as identity verification, account authentication, and transaction history retrieval. Plaid's robust API infrastructure ensures high security, reliability, and compliance with regulatory standards.

By integrating Plaid, Clearly Acquired can offer a secure, efficient, and reliable method for identity verification, building trust among users and ensuring the integrity of the acquisition process.

I am new to the idea of business acquisition, where can I get more information on how to get started?

Make sure to check out our Educational Course on Business Acquisition that is offered in our paid plans for buyers: From Purchase to Profit: Mastering the Art of Business Acquisition.

This Membership Course for buyers is designed to empower individuals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate the business acquisition process successfully. Whether you're a first-time buyer or an experienced entrepreneur, our course equips you with the tools and insights needed to make informed decisions and achieve your acquisition goals. Join us and embark on your journey to buying a business with Clearly Acquired.

Easy as 1, 2, 3

Create Your Account. Get Verified. Start Searching.

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Create an account

Every day, lenders, investors, brokers, and sellers come to Clearly Acquired looking for qualified operators like you. Creating an account and getting verified helps you stand out and build trust.

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Build your profile

Build your profile to get matched with capital and opportunities. Showcase your expertise and resume, to connect with the right capital and acquisition partners—making every opportunity count.

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Search & Connect

Browse Verified listings, source off-market deals, & manage deal flow with powerful tools to underwrite opportunities, and connect with capital to streamline the entire acquisition and funding process

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