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How to Buy a Business Without Costly Surprises

Get legal guidance before you commit so you can avoid hidden liabilities, negotiate better terms, and close with confidence.

Over 500 entrepreneurs choose Surge.

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Is This the Right Page for You?

We work with serious buyers who want to do the deal right the first time.

Want the full walkthrough first? Read our practical guide to buying an existing business.

Great Fit

  • You’re buying an existing business and want legal support before signing final docs.
  • You want clear guidance on risk, deal structure, and negotiation points.
  • You’d prefer flat-fee pricing instead of unpredictable hourly billing.

Not the Best Fit

  • You only want a template contract with no diligence or legal guidance.
  • You need litigation support for a dispute after a deal already closed.
  • You are buying real estate only, with no operating business transfer.

What You Get in Our Business Buying Package

1

Due Diligence Review

We review key financial and legal documents so risks are identified before closing.

2

Deal Document Support

LOI and purchase agreement drafting or review tailored to your deal structure.

3

Negotiation Guidance

Get practical recommendations on terms, protections, and tradeoffs before you sign.

4

Closing Confidence

Support through closing so the final transfer lines up with what you intended to buy.

Prefer to Learn Before You Book?

Start with one practical article, then browse the full buying-and-selling resource library.

Clear and Simple Pricing

How much does it cost to buy a business?

Business Buying Package
0.85% of the transaction value with a $1,800 minimum.

Example Pricing

  • $75,000 sale price - retail shop or service business, no loans or liens, no real estate, asset purchase
    $1,800 legal fees for business transfer
    $390/mo x 5 month Launch Basic new business package
  • $2,000,000 sale price - small manufacturing business, SBA loan payoff, includes $1M real estate, asset purchase
    $8,500 legal fees for business transfer
    $1,800 real estate transfer fee
  • $350,000 sale price - franchise purchase, no loans or liens, no real estate, asset purchase
    $2,975 legal fees for business transfer
    $945 franchise document review
    $390/mo x 5 month Launch Basic business package

Business Owners Love Working With Surge

Justin Clay

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They put together step by step learning modules that take you through key aspects of running a business and they have made the process very simple.

Cassie Serrata

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Matt and his team are knowledgable, friendly and efficient. They helped me get my LLC up and running. Highly recommend his legal services for any small business owner.

Mo Yang

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

He wasn’t trying to sell me something I didn’t need, but instead gave advice that was truly in my best interest.

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Business Buying FAQ

Do I need a lawyer before making an offer?
You should involve legal counsel as early as possible, ideally before finalizing your letter of intent. Early guidance helps avoid terms that are costly to unwind later.
Can you help with SBA-financed deals?
Yes. We regularly support buyers using SBA 7(a) financing and coordinate with lenders on required documents and timelines.
Can you help if there is seller financing?
Yes. We can help structure seller notes and related terms so expectations are clear and enforceable.
How long does the legal side usually take?
Most deals take around 60 to 120 days from LOI to close, depending on complexity, financing, and diligence findings.
What happens on the free strategy call?
We discuss your deal goals, stage, and risks, then outline whether we're a fit and what the next legal steps look like.

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