Business Acquisition, Made Easy
We help business owners and investors acquire established, cash-flowing businesses using proven systems for deal sourcing, financial analysis, deal structuring, due diligence, negotiation, funding, closing, post-acquisition optimization, and more.
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Master Every Stage of the Acquisition Process
Deal Sourcing
Learn how to source high-quality businesses through both on- and off-market channels, trusted brokers, and direct-to-owner outreach. We give you the tools and scripts to build a deal pipeline most buyers never access.
Deal Sourcing
Learn how to source high-quality businesses through both on- and off-market channels, trusted brokers, and direct-to-owner outreach. We give you the tools and scripts to build a deal pipeline most buyers never access.
Deal Sourcing
Learn how to source high-quality businesses through both on- and off-market channels, trusted brokers, and direct-to-owner outreach. We give you the tools and scripts to build a deal pipeline most buyers never access.
Evaluation
Quickly assess financials, identify red flags, and understand true cash flow using our proven frameworks. You’ll gain confidence reading P&Ls, making adjustments for true profitability, and valuing deals the right way.
Evaluation
Quickly assess financials, identify red flags, and understand true cash flow using our proven frameworks. You’ll gain confidence reading P&Ls, making adjustments for true profitability, and valuing deals the right way.
Evaluation
Quickly assess financials, identify red flags, and understand true cash flow using our proven frameworks. You’ll gain confidence reading P&Ls, making adjustments for true profitability, and valuing deals the right way.
Offer Structuring
Structure offers using seller financing, earnouts, and other low-risk strategies. Our templates and case studies show you how to create win-win deals, without risking large amounts upfront.
Offer Structuring
Structure offers using seller financing, earnouts, and other low-risk strategies. Our templates and case studies show you how to create win-win deals, without risking large amounts upfront.
Offer Structuring
Structure offers using seller financing, earnouts, and other low-risk strategies. Our templates and case studies show you how to create win-win deals, without risking large amounts upfront.
Funding
We connect you with capital partners, SBA lenders, and creative financing options tailored to your deal. You’ll learn how to raise funds even if you don’t have deep pockets or prior experience.
Funding
We connect you with capital partners, SBA lenders, and creative financing options tailored to your deal. You’ll learn how to raise funds even if you don’t have deep pockets or prior experience.
Funding
We connect you with capital partners, SBA lenders, and creative financing options tailored to your deal. You’ll learn how to raise funds even if you don’t have deep pockets or prior experience.
Closing
Navigate due diligence, negotiation, and legal docs with expert guidance and checklists. Know what to look for, how to protect yourself, and how to drive the deal across the finish line.
Closing
Navigate due diligence, negotiation, and legal docs with expert guidance and checklists. Know what to look for, how to protect yourself, and how to drive the deal across the finish line.
Closing
Navigate due diligence, negotiation, and legal docs with expert guidance and checklists. Know what to look for, how to protect yourself, and how to drive the deal across the finish line.
Post-Acquisition
Take control after the close with systems for hiring, delegation, and scaling. We show you how to step into ownership without stepping into operations.
Post-Acquisition
Take control after the close with systems for hiring, delegation, and scaling. We show you how to step into ownership without stepping into operations.
Post-Acquisition
Take control after the close with systems for hiring, delegation, and scaling. We show you how to step into ownership without stepping into operations.
Sergio Romanov
Business type: Landscaping
Yearly revenue: $750k
Deal structure: $31k cash + 18 month seller financing
Time frame: 5 months
Watch his testimonial here →
Sergio Romanov
Business type: Landscaping
Yearly revenue: $750k
Deal structure: $31k cash + 18 month seller financing
Time frame: 5 months
Watch his testimonial here →
What you get as a DealFounders member
25+ hours of guided training (traditional and digital)
Master every stage of the acquisition process, from sourcing to closing, with a comprehensive, on-demand curriculum designed by real M&A veterans.
Weekly coaching calls with experienced dealmakers
Join live sessions to review active deals, ask questions, and get direct feedback from experts who’ve managed and closed hundreds of transactions.
Step-by-step templates
Use plug-and-play resources to move faster and avoid guesswork. Including letters of intent, due diligence checklists, outreach scripts, financial review tools, and much more.
A private deal ecosystem with vetted opportunities
Get access to exclusive listings, broker relationships, and off-market deals.
Full advisor and legal partner network
Tap into our network of vetted professionals, including M&A attorneys, SBA lenders, tax experts, and strategic operators. All ready to support your deal.
Access to a vetted community of business owners and investors
Tap into our network of vetted professionals, including M&A attorneys, SBA lenders, tax experts, and strategic operators. All ready to support your deal.
What to Expect on Your Acquisition Journey
Week
Month
1
1
1
Orientation & Buyer Profile
Get immediate access to the full curriculum, join your first expert-led coaching call, define your acquisition criteria, goals, and ideal deal profile.
Week
2-4
Deal Sourcing & Evaluation
Learn how to source on-and-off-market deals and brokered deals, begin outreach, and run financials through our analysis frameworks to quickly identify real opportunities.
Month
2-3
Offers & Negotiation
Structure offers with a combination of creative financing and cash options. Negotiate directly with sellers. When help is needed, join coaching calls.
Month
4-5
Due Diligence & Funding
Dive into diligence using our tools and expert checklists. Finalize funding via SBA lenders, investors, and capital partners. You'll have direct access to all contacts in our ecosyste
Month
6
Closing & Post-Acquisition Optimization
Close on your first profitable business and follow our systems for hiring, growth, and ownership, so you don’t have to run it day-to-day. Then repeat (if that's your goal), or step away and enjoy your free time.
Week
Month
2-4
2-4
Deal Sourcing & Evaluation
Learn how to source on-and-off-market deals and brokered deals, begin outreach, and run financials through our analysis frameworks to quickly identify real opportunities.
Month
2-3
2-3
Offers & Negotiation
Structure offers with a combination of creative financing and cash options. Negotiate directly with sellers. When help is needed, join coaching calls
Month
4-5
4-5
Due Diligence & Funding
Dive into diligence using our tools and expert checklists. Finalize funding via SBA lenders, investors, and capital partners. You'll have direct access to all contacts in our ecosystem
Month
6
6
Closing & Post-Acquisition Optimization
Close on your first profitable business and follow our systems for hiring, growth, and ownership, so you don’t have to run it day-to-day. Then repeat (if that's your goal), or step away and enjoy your free time.
Sinan Akinci
Business type: SaaS
Yearly profit: $120k
Deal structure: $35k cash down + 12 month seller financing
Time frame: 2.5 months
Watch his testimonial here →
Sinan Akinci
Business type: SaaS
Yearly profit: $120k
Deal structure: $35k cash down + 12 month seller financing
Time frame: 2.5 months
Watch his testimonial here →
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
How is it possible to buy a business without a large amount of cash upfront?
We teach multiple proven strategies that reduce or eliminate the need for large capital outlays. These include seller financing (paying the seller over time from business profits), SBA loans (which can cover up to 90% of the purchase), investor capital (raising 5–10% without giving up control), and performance-based earnouts or deferred payments. You’ll learn how to combine these creatively to minimize your own risk and out-of-pocket cost.
How is it possible to buy a business without a large amount of cash upfront?
We teach multiple proven strategies that reduce or eliminate the need for large capital outlays. These include seller financing (paying the seller over time from business profits), SBA loans (which can cover up to 90% of the purchase), investor capital (raising 5–10% without giving up control), and performance-based earnouts or deferred payments. You’ll learn how to combine these creatively to minimize your own risk and out-of-pocket cost.
How is it possible to buy a business without a large amount of cash upfront?
We teach multiple proven strategies that reduce or eliminate the need for large capital outlays. These include seller financing (paying the seller over time from business profits), SBA loans (which can cover up to 90% of the purchase), investor capital (raising 5–10% without giving up control), and performance-based earnouts or deferred payments. You’ll learn how to combine these creatively to minimize your own risk and out-of-pocket cost.
I’ve never bought a business before, can I really do this without experience?
Yes. The entire DealFounders system is designed for first-time acquirers. Our system walks you step-by-step through evaluating financials, structuring offers, raising capital, negotiating terms, and transitioning into ownership, without needing previous deal experience.
I’ve never bought a business before, can I really do this without experience?
Yes. The entire DealFounders system is designed for first-time acquirers. Our system walks you step-by-step through evaluating financials, structuring offers, raising capital, negotiating terms, and transitioning into ownership, without needing previous deal experience.
I’ve never bought a business before, can I really do this without experience?
Yes. The entire DealFounders system is designed for first-time acquirers. Our system walks you step-by-step through evaluating financials, structuring offers, raising capital, negotiating terms, and transitioning into ownership, without needing previous deal experience.
What kind of businesses can I actually acquire?
You’ll learn how to acquire both traditional businesses (like construction, agencies, logistics, professional services) and digital ones (like SaaS, eCommerce, content sites, and online agencies). We show you how to evaluate each model, spot red flags, assess team structures, and decide what fits your lifestyle and goals.
What kind of businesses can I actually acquire?
You’ll learn how to acquire both traditional businesses (like construction, agencies, logistics, professional services) and digital ones (like SaaS, eCommerce, content sites, and online agencies). We show you how to evaluate each model, spot red flags, assess team structures, and decide what fits your lifestyle and goals.
What kind of businesses can I actually acquire?
You’ll learn how to acquire both traditional businesses (like construction, agencies, logistics, professional services) and digital ones (like SaaS, eCommerce, content sites, and online agencies). We show you how to evaluate each model, spot red flags, assess team structures, and decide what fits your lifestyle and goals.
How long does it take to close my first acquisition?
Most members aim to close their first deal within 3 to 6 months. Some move faster with strong capital or dealflow, while others take longer based on schedule or financing. But if you apply the system consistently, closing a business in under 180 days is expected.
How long does it take to close my first acquisition?
Most members aim to close their first deal within 3 to 6 months. Some move faster with strong capital or dealflow, while others take longer based on schedule or financing. But if you apply the system consistently, closing a business in under 180 days is expected.
How long does it take to close my first acquisition?
Most members aim to close their first deal within 3 to 6 months. Some move faster with strong capital or dealflow, while others take longer based on schedule or financing. But if you apply the system consistently, closing a business in under 180 days is expected.
Where do I even find quality deals?
We help you tap into high-quality deal flow using multiple channels: both on and off-market outreach, our private deal ecosystem, exclusive broker relationships, and direct-to-owner sourcing. You’ll get scripts, tools, and templates to get conversations started quickly, plus ongoing weekly group coaching to vet and evaluate opportunities.
Where do I even find quality deals?
We help you tap into high-quality deal flow using multiple channels: both on and off-market outreach, our private deal ecosystem, exclusive broker relationships, and direct-to-owner sourcing. You’ll get scripts, tools, and templates to get conversations started quickly, plus ongoing weekly group coaching to vet and evaluate opportunities.
Where do I even find quality deals?
We help you tap into high-quality deal flow using multiple channels: both on and off-market outreach, our private deal ecosystem, exclusive broker relationships, and direct-to-owner sourcing. You’ll get scripts, tools, and templates to get conversations started quickly, plus ongoing weekly group coaching to vet and evaluate opportunities.
Will I have to run the business myself after I buy it?
No. You’re buying an already-functioning operation, not building from scratch. We teach you how to keep operators in place or hire new general managers, so you’re focused on ownership and growth, not day-to-day tasks. Most of our members buy businesses specifically to avoid working in them.
Will I have to run the business myself after I buy it?
No. You’re buying an already-functioning operation, not building from scratch. We teach you how to keep operators in place or hire new general managers, so you’re focused on ownership and growth, not day-to-day tasks. Most of our members buy businesses specifically to avoid working in them.
Will I have to run the business myself after I buy it?
No. You’re buying an already-functioning operation, not building from scratch. We teach you how to keep operators in place or hire new general managers, so you’re focused on ownership and growth, not day-to-day tasks. Most of our members buy businesses specifically to avoid working in them.
What’s actually included in the program?
You’ll gain access to two of our full programs. The Traditional M&A program is designed for those interested in acquiring brick-and-mortar businesses such as HVAC, logistics, and manufacturing companies. The Digital M&A program is focused on online businesses like eCommerce, SaaS, agencies, and content sites. Both are step-by-step video programs combined with over 30 hours of content spread across 20 modules. In addition, you’ll join weekly live group coaching calls where we review active deals, answer your questions, and provide direct feedback to help you progress. You’ll also receive step-by-step templates and checklists, including letters of intent, due diligence frameworks, outreach scripts, financial review tools, and more, so you know exactly what to do at each stage. You’ll have access to a vetted network of advisors across legal, tax, lending, and operations to support you as needed. You’ll also become part of a private community of business owners and investors who are actively acquiring profitable, cash-flowing businesses, offering valuable connections and peer support. Finally, you’ll unlock our private deal ecosystem with vetted opportunities and exclusive relationships with brokers, giving you access to off-market deals and opportunities not available to the public.
What’s actually included in the program?
You’ll gain access to two of our full programs. The Traditional M&A program is designed for those interested in acquiring brick-and-mortar businesses such as HVAC, logistics, and manufacturing companies. The Digital M&A program is focused on online businesses like eCommerce, SaaS, agencies, and content sites. Both are step-by-step video programs combined with over 30 hours of content spread across 20 modules. In addition, you’ll join weekly live group coaching calls where we review active deals, answer your questions, and provide direct feedback to help you progress. You’ll also receive step-by-step templates and checklists, including letters of intent, due diligence frameworks, outreach scripts, financial review tools, and more, so you know exactly what to do at each stage. You’ll have access to a vetted network of advisors across legal, tax, lending, and operations to support you as needed. You’ll also become part of a private community of business owners and investors who are actively acquiring profitable, cash-flowing businesses, offering valuable connections and peer support. Finally, you’ll unlock our private deal ecosystem with vetted opportunities and exclusive relationships with brokers, giving you access to off-market deals and opportunities not available to the public.
What’s actually included in the program?
You’ll gain access to two of our full programs. The Traditional M&A program is designed for those interested in acquiring brick-and-mortar businesses such as HVAC, logistics, and manufacturing companies. The Digital M&A program is focused on online businesses like eCommerce, SaaS, agencies, and content sites. Both are step-by-step video programs combined with over 30 hours of content spread across 20 modules. In addition, you’ll join weekly live group coaching calls where we review active deals, answer your questions, and provide direct feedback to help you progress. You’ll also receive step-by-step templates and checklists, including letters of intent, due diligence frameworks, outreach scripts, financial review tools, and more, so you know exactly what to do at each stage. You’ll have access to a vetted network of advisors across legal, tax, lending, and operations to support you as needed. You’ll also become part of a private community of business owners and investors who are actively acquiring profitable, cash-flowing businesses, offering valuable connections and peer support. Finally, you’ll unlock our private deal ecosystem with vetted opportunities and exclusive relationships with brokers, giving you access to off-market deals and opportunities not available to the public.
What if I get stuck or overwhelmed during the process?
First, it’s important to know that feeling stuck or overwhelmed at some point in this process is normal. You’re learning how to acquire an entire business, not downloading a PDF. But that’s exactly why we’ve built DealFounders the way we have. You’re not going through this alone. You’ll have access to weekly live group coaching calls where you can bring any question, challenge, or roadblock and get real-time answers from seasoned dealmakers who’ve closed hundreds of deals. Whether it’s evaluating a deal, negotiating terms, or navigating legal and financial complexities, you’ll get clarity and direction immediately. Beyond that, you’ll have step-by-step frameworks, templates, and checklists for every stage of the process, from outreach scripts to due diligence tools, so you’re never left wondering what to do next. You’ll also be plugged into a private community of entrepreneurs and investors who’ve either been where you are or are actively acquiring businesses right now. If you’re feeling stuck, odds are someone else has already solved that exact problem, and you’ll have direct access to those insights. Plus, our vetted advisor network is available when you need specialized expertise, from legal to tax to lending. Everything is designed to keep you moving forward with confidence. Feeling overwhelmed becomes far less likely when you’re surrounded by this level of support, structure, and clarity.
What if I get stuck or overwhelmed during the process?
First, it’s important to know that feeling stuck or overwhelmed at some point in this process is normal. You’re learning how to acquire an entire business, not downloading a PDF. But that’s exactly why we’ve built DealFounders the way we have. You’re not going through this alone. You’ll have access to weekly live group coaching calls where you can bring any question, challenge, or roadblock and get real-time answers from seasoned dealmakers who’ve closed hundreds of deals. Whether it’s evaluating a deal, negotiating terms, or navigating legal and financial complexities, you’ll get clarity and direction immediately. Beyond that, you’ll have step-by-step frameworks, templates, and checklists for every stage of the process, from outreach scripts to due diligence tools, so you’re never left wondering what to do next. You’ll also be plugged into a private community of entrepreneurs and investors who’ve either been where you are or are actively acquiring businesses right now. If you’re feeling stuck, odds are someone else has already solved that exact problem, and you’ll have direct access to those insights. Plus, our vetted advisor network is available when you need specialized expertise, from legal to tax to lending. Everything is designed to keep you moving forward with confidence. Feeling overwhelmed becomes far less likely when you’re surrounded by this level of support, structure, and clarity.
What if I get stuck or overwhelmed during the process?
First, it’s important to know that feeling stuck or overwhelmed at some point in this process is normal. You’re learning how to acquire an entire business, not downloading a PDF. But that’s exactly why we’ve built DealFounders the way we have. You’re not going through this alone. You’ll have access to weekly live group coaching calls where you can bring any question, challenge, or roadblock and get real-time answers from seasoned dealmakers who’ve closed hundreds of deals. Whether it’s evaluating a deal, negotiating terms, or navigating legal and financial complexities, you’ll get clarity and direction immediately. Beyond that, you’ll have step-by-step frameworks, templates, and checklists for every stage of the process, from outreach scripts to due diligence tools, so you’re never left wondering what to do next. You’ll also be plugged into a private community of entrepreneurs and investors who’ve either been where you are or are actively acquiring businesses right now. If you’re feeling stuck, odds are someone else has already solved that exact problem, and you’ll have direct access to those insights. Plus, our vetted advisor network is available when you need specialized expertise, from legal to tax to lending. Everything is designed to keep you moving forward with confidence. Feeling overwhelmed becomes far less likely when you’re surrounded by this level of support, structure, and clarity.
How do I know the advisors are credible?
Our advisory board includes operators, investors, and M&A pros with over $20B in managed transactions. Visit our team page, to see our team of growing experts.
How do I know the advisors are credible?
Our advisory board includes operators, investors, and M&A pros with over $20B in managed transactions. Visit our team page, to see our team of growing experts.
How do I know the advisors are credible?
Our advisory board includes operators, investors, and M&A pros with over $20B in managed transactions. Visit our team page, to see our team of growing experts.
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