Newbie - Self Funded Searcher

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by a searcher from Walsh College of Accountancy and Business Administration
in Detroit, MI, USA

2yrs ago

Newbie - Self Funded Searcher

Hello Community!

I'm new to the forum and excited to dive right in. Similar to many searchers, I come from a business background, finance/accounting with expertise in sales & business development and have a passion for acquisitions.

The journey of the search is fresh, based on the few go-to books, podcasts, and current business contacts.

Short Term Goal:

- Expand my network (Searchers who are willing to talk/share/brainstorm, Brokers, M&A personnel, accountants, SBA lenders, and lawyers.

Acquisition Target:

- EBITDA - $500k-$1M

- Location - Metro-Detroit (Current Prio. 1 but considering expanded search)

- Timeframe - Close within 6-12 months

Would love to connect!

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reply by a professional 2yrs ago
from University of Michigan in Detroit, MI, USA

Hi ^redacted‌, I'm looking forward to connecting at tomorrow's happy hour. If, for whatever reason, you cannot make it, feel free to reach out here via DM or redacted It'd be great to chat all things search.

reply by a lender 2yrs ago
from California State University, Sacramento in Seattle, WA, USA

HI larry! Email me for links to attend our weekly office hours on all things sba and process. Happy to help support with tools and resources for your self funded search. redacted