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Interested in buying a business? Consider the benefits – and drawbacks – of buying a business that already exists. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners ...

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You have a killer business idea, an ironclad business plan and the drive to make your startup a success. But you face the dilemma that every entrepreneur encounters: You need funding to get your ...

Many aspiring entrepreneurs would be interested in buying a business that's already up and running because it seems safer. And that is true and makes sense. Starting a business from scratch is tough.