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November 30, 2025

Buying Businesses

Buying Businesses

In this episode of the Ultimate FD podcast, Tej Gill and I dive deep into the technicalities of buying a business from a tax accountant's perspective.

In this episode of the Ultimate FD podcast, Tej Gill and I dive deep into the technicalities of buying a business from a tax accountant's perspective.

This conversation unveils the nuanced process of evaluating, offering, and closing business acquisition deals, providing invaluable insights for entrepreneurs eager to grow through acquisitions or position their companies for future buyouts.

It's a must-listen for those itching to understand the merger and acquisition landscape or ensure their business is acquisition-ready.

Throughout the episode, we uncover critical aspects of the M&A process, from setting a deal criterion and crafting offers to dissecting balance sheets for potential deals. Tej shares his extensive experience in handling M&A, highlighting the importance of pre- and post-deal management to ensure profitable growth.

Here, we lay out the need for precise calculations and forecasts to secure a successful acquisition, stressing the imperative need for finding the right business fit, both financially and culturally.

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