Starting from an acquisition: the 5 ultimate tips

Starting through acquisition is like jumping on a moving train. It carries risk, but it's already in motion. The train is on track. You have to follow its route. For instance, if you acquire a classy restaurant and turn it into a fast-food chain, you've gone off track.

5 tips from Guido

1. Start with momentum. When you take over a business, you begin with an existing clientele, brand recognition, proven revenue, and known expenses. Starting from scratch means your business plan is more of an estimate.
2. Support from the previous owner. The seller (the former owner of the business) wants their business to continue and is often willing to act as a coach during the transition period.
3. Benefits of starting from an acquisition. An existing company has more creditworthiness than a new one. Suppliers are often willing to offer longer payment terms.
4. Research on acquisition. Recent research shows that startups via the acquisition of an existing company have a higher success rate than those starting from scratch.
5. Study by VLAIO on business transfer. There are many opportunities for new starters. The latest study by VLAIO on business transfers indicates that 10,000 entrepreneurs over the age of 55 plan to cease their businesses.

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