Red Flags to Watch for When Buying a Liquor Store in New York

What to check before you sign the purchase agreement Buying a liquor store can be a profitable venture—especially in New York, where retail liquor licenses are limited and valuable. These businesses have longevity and survive economic bad times if operated well. They...

So You’ve Signed a Contract to Sell Your Business—Now What?

Practical next steps for a smooth, successful closing Signing the contract to sell your business is a big milestone—but it’s not the finish line. There’s still important work to do to get from “signed” to “sold.” Here’s a clear, plain-language roadmap so you know what...

You Bought the Business… But Did You Buy the Face of the Brand?

The deal was done. After months of negotiations, diligence, and late-night calls, everything was finally in place. The numbers worked. The documents were signed. The business was yours. And then, almost as an afterthought, someone asked “are we still using the founder...

Red Flags to Watch for When Buying a Brewery

Red Flags to Watch for When Buying a Brewery How to spot warning signs before you pour your money into the deal Buying a brewery can be a dream come true—creative freedom, craft beer culture, and a built-in customer base. But breweries are complex businesses with...