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Plain, practical advice on buying and selling trade businesses in the United States - valuation, the sale process, the legal steps and everything in between.

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Buying

How to Buy a Blue Collar Business: The Complete Guide

How to buy a blue collar business: where to find deals, value them, fund the acquisition, run due diligence, and survive the first 90 days.

ContractorExit Editorial Team 路 10 Jun 2026 路 19 min read

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Buying

Buying your first trade business: a buyer's checklist

What to look for in the numbers, the questions to ask, and the red flags that should give you pause.

12 May 2026 路 7 min read

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