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Structuring a Canadian SME dealAsset vs. share sale, earn-outs & vendor financing
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Buying a business

Browsing listings, signing NDAs, financing and closing — every stage of buying a Canadian business.

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Listing, managing NDAs, evaluating offers and handing over — every stage of selling.

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Inside a path: buying a business

A start-to-finish bundle, in the order most buyers need it.

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NDAs explained: what buyers need to sign
8 min read · Beginner
Article
Reading a Deal Report: what’s actually inside
6 min read
Video
Due-diligence checklist explained
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Top question
“How long does the deal report take to appear after I sign?”
Answered by Deavo staff
Article
Working capital adjustments explained
9 min read
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Due-diligence checklist explained
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Understanding CSBFP financing
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How to value a small business in Canada
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