What should I look for?

The bottom line is that you want to find a business you would feel comfortable operating.  To succeed, it is important that you are proud to own your business.  Of course, there are also financial considerations.  You also want to find a business that fits your price range and you want to make sure you’ll make enough income to pay your bills.

Keep in mind that when you see a business you want to buy, it is beneficial if you have ideas of how to improve it and make it more profitable.  As a new owner, odds are that you will be making improvements to strengthen and grow the business.  In our opinion, unless you can take the business to a new level, it is probably not the right business for you.  The ultimate success of the business is in your hands, and that is why we advise clients to find businesses they feel optimistic about owning.