Articles and Blog Posts by Johnsen Law Team

Avoid buying a job! Learn the difference between owner-dependent operations and an actual business to maximize your value and attract serious buyers.

Choose the right business broker! Learn how to vet brokers, spot red flags, and protect your interests in a business sale or acquisition with our expert guide.

Uncover tech acquisition secrets! Learn why companies pay premiums for innovative tech and talent, and how to position your startup for a high-value acquisition.

Connect with off-market business owners! Learn top strategies for finding and engaging sellers not on LinkedIn using directories, personalized outreach & more.

Ready to buy a business? Discover how networking, referrals, and professional connections unlock exclusive, off-market opportunities you won't find anywhere else.

Maximize your business sale! Learn how earnouts align buyer & seller interests, mitigate risk, and boost deal value. Get expert tips for successful earnout structures.

Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: Understand key differences for buyers & sellers. Optimize your business transaction for tax benefits, liability protection & a smooth transfer.

Master business sale definitive documents. Understand purchase agreements, representations, warranties & indemnification for buyers & sellers. Get expert legal guidance for smooth deals.