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SUMMARY:The Nuts & Bolts of Buying a Business: What to Know Before You Purchase an Existing Business
DESCRIPTION:The Nuts & Bolts of Buying a BusinessFebruary 23 | 9:00 a.m.Exton\, Pennsylvania at Eagleview Corporate Center\, Exton\, PA\, 19341 \n \nThe Kutztown University Small Business Development Center\, in partnership with Seedcopa\, SeedcoDE\, and the SBA Eastern Pennsylvania District Office\, will host an in-person workshop designed for individuals interested in purchasing an existing business. \n \nThis session will walk participants through the fundamentals of business acquisition\, including evaluating opportunities\, understanding financials\, navigating financing options\, and identifying key due diligence considerations. Attendees will gain practical insights into what to expect before\, during\, and after the purchase process\, along with guidance on available technical assistance and lending resources. \n \nThis workshop is ideal for aspiring business owners\, entrepreneurs exploring acquisition as a growth strategy\, and individuals seeking to better understand the process of buying an existing business.
URL:https://business.pa.gov/event/the-nuts-bolts-of-buying-a-business-what-to-know-before-you-purchase-an-existing-business/
LOCATION:737 Constitution Drive\, Exton\, PA\, 19341\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buy/Sell Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachael%20Wolfe":MAILTO:rwolfe@kutztown.edu
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SUMMARY:What Builds Value in a Business?
DESCRIPTION:What factors actually build business value? Is it revenue? Profit? Systems? Timing? \n \nMany business owners don’t ask these questions until they are ready to sell — or are forced to sell. By then\, opportunities to increase value may already be lost. \n \nIn this practical and informative webinar\, Gannon SBDC Director Margaret Horne will explore the key factors that drive business value from a valuation professional’s perspective. \n \nYou’ll gain insight into: \n \n \nWhat buyers and valuation experts really look for\n \nWhere to focus your time and resources to build long-term value\n \nHow planning ahead can improve outcomes — whether you sell or not\n\n \nThis session is ideal for business owners who want to be proactive\, informed\, and strategic about the future of their business.
URL:https://business.pa.gov/event/what-builds-value-in-a-business/
LOCATION:Webinar\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buy/Sell Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie%20Horne":MAILTO:gannonsbdc@gannon.edu
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SUMMARY:Expert Insights: How to Successfully Buy a Business
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, Octover 21\, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM \n \nLocation: \n \nIn Person: 274 McFarland Student Union Building\, Kutztown\, PA 19530. Room 250 \n \nParking: Free parking is available in the lot in front of the McFarland Student Union. Please stop by the entrance of the Student Union building to pick up a parking pass from SBDC staff to display on your rearview mirror. \n \nVirtual: Via Zoom (Provided after registration) \n \nThinking about buying a business? Join us for a FREE one-hour panel discussion featuring experts in valuation\, lending\, tax\, and legal considerations. Learn how to properly assess a business\, secure financing\, prepare for tax obligations\, and structure contracts to protect your investment. The session will conclude with an audience Q&A. \n \n \n\nWill Hooten\, Director of SSBCI Technical Assistance with the PASBDC and a Certified Business Appraiser\, will explain how to value a business\, spot red flags\, and interpret valuation reports. \n\n \n\nMichele Verviled\, EVP and Director of Government Guaranteed Lending at Customers Bank\, will outline financing options and walk through what lenders need to approve an acquisition. \n\n \n\nRandy Raifsnider\, Partner & Managing Director at Herbein CPA and Advisors\, will discuss the tax implications of buying a business and how to best prepare. \n\n \n\nKatherine Tohanczyn\, Partner at Starfield & Smith Law Firm\, will share best practices for navigating the legal process\, conducting due diligence\, and setting up contracts. \n\n\n \nThe event will be emceed by Dave Patti\, Special Assistant to the Executive Chair at Customers Bank. \n \nThis FREE panel presentation is designed for anyone considering the purchase of a business. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned entrepreneur\, you’ll gain practical strategies and insights to confidently approach a business purchase. A dedicated Q&A session will provide the opportunity to have your specific questions answered by the experts. \n \n 
URL:https://business.pa.gov/event/expert-insights-how-to-successfully-buy-a-business/
LOCATION:Kutztown University – McFarland Student Union\, 274 Student Union Building\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buy/Sell Business
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