What Does It Means to "Buy a Business"?

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Agreements and documentation needed when you buy a business. What to consider when negotiating to buy a business. How intellectual property will be transferred to you as the new owner.   Resources + Links:   Non-Disclosure Bundle | Buy Now ....................   Work with Guide My Business   Connect with Lauren on Instagram | @thelaurenboyd   Join the our Facebook Community Show Notes: Do you have plans to buy a business in the future? Buying businesses can be such an incredible investment when done properly. In this episode, we’re sharing the things you will need to keep in mind and have documented when buying an existing business. Does it have a physical location? What happens to existing trademarks? What agreements do I need to have in place before I begin the discussion of buying a business? We’re answering all these questions and more! If you are eyeing a business, or have plans to buy a business in the future, reach out to our team! We’d be happy to support you, answer any questions, and make sure you are set up for success as you move towards investing in buying an existing business!   01:15 What are you actually “buying” when you buy a business? 02:30 What happens when you begin the discussion of buying a business? 03:15 The importance of having a non-disclosure agreement. 05:00 What if you are buying a business with a physical location? 07:00 Will I need a non-compete agreement in place? 08:15 How will Intellectual property be transferred to me when I buy a business?  

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Behind the scenes of a founder’s life. I’m Lauren Boyd, a small business owner, attorney and mom. Join me for my honest take on entrepreneurship, marriage and motherhood. I’ll Make This Brief is a seasonal podcast sharing my musings on common topics founders face, from leading your team and embracing your zone of genius, to managing mom guilt and nurturing your personal relationships. Each episode, I’ll also be sharing a legal brief highlighting some of my favorite and trending legal tips and perspectives. Join me and a special guest every quarter to binge a handful of episodes from the trenches of the messy middle to empower you to own your day. Hopefully, these episodes will come into your life at the perfect time. I promise, I’ll make this brief. For more, follow Lauren on Instagram @thelaurenboyd.