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Staying safe on BuyAndSellABusiness.com

How to protect your money, check the numbers and keep a deal confidential.

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Buyers and sellers

Five habits for a safe deal.

  1. Protect your money

    Never send money or a deposit because of a message; use a lawyer’s trust account.

  2. Check the numbers

    Verify every financial claim with the seller’s statements and your accountant.

  3. Get advice

    Get your own legal and accounting advice before you sign anything.

  4. Keep it confidential

    Keep confidential details confidential, and share them only after the confidentiality step.

  5. Report a problem

    See something wrong? Use Report listing, or contact us.