Buying a Business in Nebraska

Purchasing a business can be a worthwhile investment, but whether it is purchased by an individual or another company, the transaction is complicated.

Purchasing a business occasionally involves laws concerning mergers, acquisitions, negotiations or securities exchanges. These fields are governed by Nebraska and Federal law.

What Parts of the Business Am I Buying?

The purchase of a business in Holdrege is actually the purchasing of a right called "control". With this right, a party can direct business operations as it sees fit, it acquires ownership of business assets, and it assumes liability for all business debts. Accordingly, the party purchasing a business will want a complete picture of the financial position of the business. Through a process called "due diligence", the financials of the company are disclosed. In the process of due diligence, Federal and Nebraska guidelines are used to inform both parties. If there is a violation from these guidelines, one party may be held legally accountable. However, due diligence will lead to a better informed decision concerning whether you want to purchase the business. Also, it will help the business to transition more smoothly to new ownership.

How Much Will the Business Cost?

Control of a business is sold for an amount that is necessary for a party to acquire an ownership stake. The value of the business property and the type of business factor in to determine the exact price. The procedure for how the right of control can be transferred or modified is defined by particular laws in Nebraska. Procedures may make buying a business more or less expensive than simply the market value of its assets.

How Can a Holdrege Attorney Help?

In Nebraska, the law poses requirements for a party purchasing a business to fulfill. An attorney experienced in Nebraska law practicing in Holdrege can help you comply with these laws and acquire control of the business you want to buy as cheaply as possible.