Buying a Business in Michigan

Investing in a business can be beneficial for companies and private parties. The transaction can be complicated, however.

Federal and Michigan law concerning mergers, acquisitions, negotiations and securities exchange sometimes come into play during the purchase of a business

What Parts of the Business Am I Buying?

If a party wants to direct business operations, the best way is to acquire a right called "control". With control of a business, the party acquires all assets and the customer base of the business, plus it also assumed the company's debts. A complete picture of the financial position of the business is important for the buyer to make his decision. This picture is gained through a process called "due diligence". Federal and Michigan guidelines are used in the process of due diligence, and not following these guidelines can lead to legal consequences. Following the process of due diligence dutifully is the best way to inform oneself for whether to buy a business. Also if the business is eventually bought, transfers of ownership happen much more easily once the process is followed.

How Much Will the Business Cost?

How much a business will cost depends on the type of business, how much ownership stake you need to assert control, and the value of the business property. The process for how the right of control can be transferred or modified is defined by specific laws in Michigan. Procedures may make buying a business more or less expensive than simply the market value of its assets.

How Can a East Grand Rapids Attorney Help?

There are unique requirements in Michigan that a party purchasing a business must fulfill. In East Grand Rapids, an attorney knowledgeable in Michigan law can inform you about the peculiarities of your investment and outline the cheapest way for you to gain control.