Good book to get you started

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February 22, 2025

by a searcher from INSEAD in Greater London, UK

For anyone thinking about acquiring a business, I can’t recommend this book enough. How to Buy a Good Business with Little or None of Your Own Money (by Lionel Haines) has been an incredibly practical and insightful resource during my search journey. It breaks down creative deal structuring, financing options, and negotiation strategies in a way that’s actionable and relevant. Mine is a used, withdrawn library copy from the 1980s, but filled with good advice.

Would love to hear from others—what books have been game-changers in your search?

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from Cornell University in New York, NY, USA
I second Lionel Haines' book, along with Buy Then Build and the HBR Guide. Traction by Gino Wickman has valuable information for post-acquisition as well.
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from Liverpool John Moores University in West Palm Beach, FL, USA
The old classic 'Think and Grow Rich' is an essential for any endevour.
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