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Mastering Main Street M&A: Legal Tips And Best Practices with Jake Parsley SMB Law Group

by Ryan Smith on March 8, 2024

In this episode of the My SBA Loan Pro Podcast, our Host Ryan Smith, interviews Jake Parsley, M&A Attorney with the SMB Law Group as he reveals crucial insights into the legal process of Main Street business acquisition transactions.

Learn when to engage an attorney, cost considerations, and the significance of the Letter of Intent (LOI) and Purchase Agreement and everything in between.

Together, they delve into the intricacies of M&A transactions, shedding light on the vital role attorneys play in mitigating risks and ensuring a smooth deal process.

If you liked this content, let’s connect on social media:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/mysbapro
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LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/ryanpatryck

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction
1:05 – Jack Parsley’s Bio
2:17 – SMB Law Group And Focus on Main Street
4:07 – Attorney’s Role in M&A Transactions
5:22 – When To Engage An Attorney
7:13 – Life Cycle of a Deal
9:18 – Critical Aspects of the Letter of Intent (LOI)
12:36 – Exclusivity & Purchase Price in LOI
13:08 – Changing Terms in LOI
13:44 – Seller Note Terms
15:52 – Offsetting Seller Note
19:37 – Leveraging Earnest Deposits
24:28 – Are Seller Notes Common?
26:36 – Buyer Deposits and Due Diligence
27:49 – LOI vs. Purchase Agreement
32:19 – Skipping LOIs: Pros and Cons
35:16 – Trustworthiness in The Transaction
37:27 – When and How To Contact Jake

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Category: Business Acquisition Loans, SBA 7(a) Loan Program, SBA Loan Podcasts

About Ryan Smith

Ryan Smith is Principal and Founder of ThinkSBA®, and Creator of The My SBA Loan Pro Podcast. Ryan specializes in assisting business owners and entrepreneurs with obtaining financing to purchase owner occupied real estate, acquire a business or franchise, or buy out a partner. Ryan accomplishes this by leveraging over eighteen years experience inside two of America’s top financial institutions.

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