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Learn to buy a small business without buying a bad course.

A practical learning path for searchers and local entrepreneurs who want to screen deals, compare markets, and ask better financing questions.

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Video18 min
Deal Diligence

Reading a listing without getting sold

By Opportunity Analyzer Research Desk

Learn what to question when a broker package looks too clean.

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Video16 min
Financing

Financing basics for first-time buyers

By Opportunity Analyzer Research Desk

Understand down payment, seller notes, debt service coverage, and why a deal can be attractive but still difficult to finance.

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Buying Fundamentals

How to choose an SMB market

By Opportunity Analyzer Research Desk

Learn how to think about local demand, competition, trade areas, and why a cheap business in a crowded market can still be expensive.

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Article14 min
Financing

SBA loans to buy a business

By Opportunity Analyzer Research Desk

Learn how lenders think about cash down, seller notes, DSCR, industry risk, and whether a business can survive transition.

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Article11 min
Industry Diligence

HVAC valuation multiples for buyers

By Opportunity Analyzer Research Desk

Understand why HVAC multiples depend on recurring service mix, technician capacity, owner dependence, and regional market context.

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