Alianza Partners reports growing interest in acquisition entrepreneurship as more business buyers pursue existing companies with established customers, employees, systems, and cash flow rather than starting businesses from scratch.
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06/22/26
Why More Entrepreneurs Are Buying Existing Businesses Instead of Starting New Ones
Alianza Partners reports growing interest in acquisition entrepreneurship as more business buyers pursue existing companies with established customers, employees, systems, and cash flow rather than starting businesses from scratch.
Many entrepreneurs are recognizing the advantages of acquiring companies that already possess operational infrastructure, revenue, market credibility, and proven business models.
According to Don McClain, Founder of Alianza Partners:
"Many entrepreneurs are realizing that buying an existing business can significantly reduce some of the risks associated with starting from zero. Existing cash flow, customers, employees, and operating systems can create a much stronger foundation for growth."
The trend is being supported by a growing number of business owners approaching retirement and seeking succession solutions or exit strategies. As ownership transitions accelerate, acquisition entrepreneurs continue evaluating opportunities across a wide range of industries.
Financing remains an important component of many acquisitions. Transactions frequently involve combinations of SBA financing, conventional financing, seller financing, equity capital, and structured capital solutions.
Fast Commercial Capital recently reported increasing demand for acquisition financing among investors pursuing business acquisitions, commercial real estate acquisitions, recapitalizations, and transitional asset opportunities.
Read the recent press release:
According to McClain:
"Many of the strongest opportunities are being pursued by buyers who have access to capital and a clear acquisition strategy. Execution certainty continues to matter."
As business ownership transitions continue over the coming years, acquisition entrepreneurship may remain one of the most attractive paths to business ownership and long-term wealth creation.
Read the full article:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-more-entrepreneurs-buying-existing-businesses-instead-fxmie
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