ALOHA ASSOCIATES
Business Brokers
Buyer Services:
The purchase of a business is a major acquisition and buyers should obtain the assistance of a business broker to find the right
business.  As experienced attorneys, CPAs, business valuators and business brokers, we can assist you in finding potential
businesses to purchase, analyzing the business, negotiating the purchase and performing due diligence.  We will make every
effort to be paid our fees from the Seller, either by co-brokering with the Seller's agent or from the Seller directly.  The following is a
brief description of the process and our services:

Step 1: Initial meeting

    We will meet with you either in person or on the telephone so that you may educate us on your search criteria, including the
    type of business, price range, and geographic location.  

Step 2: Search for potential businesses to purchase

    Based on your criteria, we will search for potential business to purchase by a variety of methods including searching
    business for sale databases, direct contact with targeted businesses and inquiries with other brokers.

Step 3: Contacting target businesses

    Once a business is identified as a potential acquisition, we will contact the Seller's broker or the owner to find out more
    information about the business.  If the business is not listed for sale, we will inquire with the owner as to whether he or she
    would consider selling the business.

Step 4: Reviewing information and meeting with the owner

    Once information about the business is received, we will review the information with you to determine if you would like to
    proceed further.  We will then arrange a site visit and accompany you to meet with the owner and learn more about the
    business.  After the site visit we will discuss with you our observations.

Step 5: Making an offer

    If after reviewing information and meeting with the owner you decide to make an offer, we will assist you in determining the
    terms of the offer.  We will analyze the financial information and assist you in making a reasonable offer.

Step 6: Negotiations

    We will act as your agent during the negotiation process and advise you in negotiating terms of the sale.  We have
    negotiated many contracts as attorneys and as brokers and can draw on a wealth of experience.

Step 7: Interaction with other professionals on your team

    Prior to signing a contract you should consult with your attorney and CPA regarding various legal and tax issues.  At your
    request we will interact with your professionals to keep them informed of the deal terms and discuss potential issues.

Step 8: Review sales contract and other legal documents

    As experienced attorneys we will review sales contracts, promissory notes, security agreements, leases and other legal
    documents needed for the sale.  We will provide you with a layer of review in addition to your attorney and CPA.

Step 9: Oversee the due diligence process

    During the due diligence process we will assist you in scrutinizing the business including analyzing the books and records
    of the company.  As licensed CPAs with over 20 years of experience, our knowledge of financial data is unmatched by other
    business brokers.

Step 10: Closing Process

    We will oversee the closing process and assist you in finalizing agreements, ensuring all government releases are
    obtained and  ensuring a valid transfer of assets.  We will interact with the seller, your lender and escrow on your behalf
    throughout the closing process.