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When it comes to selling your business, what you don’t know—or assume—can cost you millions. In high-stakes M&A deals, experienced buyers are counting on sellers to make critical mistakes before the ink is dry. This blog from Garza Business & Estate Law reveals the 7 most costly assumptions business owners make during a sale—like believing the Letter of Intent (LOI) is harmless, that their regular business attorney is enough, or that the headline purchase price is what they’ll actually receive. These assumptions aren’t just common—they’re strategically exploited. Buyers use the LOI to box you in early. They delay legal involvement to retain control. They chip away at your deal value through escrows, earn-outs, and eleventh-hour price cuts. And if your team isn’t experienced in 8-figure negotiations, you’ll never see it coming. If you’re preparing for a sale—or already in talks—this post is a must-read. Learn how to spot the red flags, assemble the right advisory team, and preserve your leverage from day one. Because you only sell your business once. The buyer does it for a living. Garza Business & Estate Law works with a select group of sellers each year to secure clean, well-structured exits. Don’t be the seller who becomes a buyer’s success story—or worse, a cautionary tale.

29 Jul The 7 Costly Assumptions Sellers Make That Buyers Exploit

Posted at 09:03h in Business Planning, Business Succession, Uncategorized

When it comes to selling your business, what you don’t know—or assume—can cost you millions. In high-stakes M&A deals, experienced buyers are counting on sellers to make critical mistakes before...

21 Jul How to Choose an Estate Planning Attorney

Posted at 14:14h in Estate Planning, Financial Protection, Trusts, Uncategorized, Wills

Avoid probate, conflict, and costly legal mistakes with the right estate planning attorney. Discover 10 must-ask questions to protect your legacy, family, and business from generic wills and failed plans....

21 Jul “We Don’t Need to Involve Lawyers Yet”—The Oldest Trick in the Book (and Why It Costs Sellers Millions)

Posted at 11:02h in Business Planning, Investment Banking, Uncategorized

You’ve finally done it. After years, maybe decades, of building your company from the ground up, you’ve attracted serious buyer interest. They seem genuinely enthusiastic, impressed by what you’ve built. You’ve...

14 Jul Your Partner Dies, His Spouse Now Owns Half: How to Avoid a Family Business Disaster

Posted at 11:05h in Business Planning, Business Succession, Financial Protection, Uncategorized

When your business partner dies, their spouse could inherit half the company—leaving you with a nightmare scenario. Learn how buy-sell agreements and strategic planning can protect your family business from...

07 Jul You Think It’s Just a Contract—Until It Costs You Millions: The Dangers in the Purchase Agreement Fine Print

Posted at 13:48h in Business Planning, Business Succession, Investment Banking, Uncategorized

Selling your business? Hidden risks in the purchase agreement could cost you millions. From reps and warranties to post-closing traps, learn how to avoid costly legal pitfalls and protect your...

01 Jul How and When Your Kids Get the Money: Avoiding the Too-Much-Too-Soon Inheritance Wipeout

Posted at 08:12h in Estate Planning, Trusts, Uncategorized, Wills

Avoid the too-much-too-soon inheritance mistake. Learn how affluent families can structure smart wealth transfers with built-in protection, flexibility, and purpose. Don’t let an age-based plan ruin your legacy—discover how to...

24 Jun Trust Protector – The Failsafe for Your Estate Plan

Posted at 05:46h in Estate Planning, Financial Protection, News & Media, Trusts, Uncategorized

A Trust Protector is the failsafe your estate plan needs. Learn how this powerful role can prevent trustee mismanagement, protect family unity, and adapt your trust when life throws a...

17 Jun What Every Adult Child Should Do After a Parent’s Death

Posted at 07:01h in Business Succession, Estate Planning, Trusts, Uncategorized, Wills

When a parent dies, grief meets responsibility. Learn the critical legal, financial, and estate planning steps every adult child must take to protect their surviving parent and family legacy—especially in...

10 Jun Why Digital Assets Are the Most Overlooked—and Most Vulnerable—Part of Your Estate

Posted at 08:43h in Digital Asset Planning, Estate Planning

You’re bullish on crypto. You’ve invested in digital assets like Bitcoin. You have a growing portfolio of crypto holdings. Maybe you even have them spread across platforms and wallets. But if...

03 Jun Why Trust Isn’t Enough in Deals with Family and Friends

Posted at 08:07h in Business Planning, Business Succession, Financial Protection, Trusts

Trust isn’t a strategy. When investing or running a business with family or friends, it’s critical to have a legal plan—not just good intentions. Learn how to avoid the mistakes...

29 Jul The 7 Costly Assumptions Sellers Make That Buyers Exploit

21 Jul How to Choose an Estate Planning Attorney

21 Jul “We Don’t Need to Involve Lawyers Yet”—The Oldest Trick in the Book (and Why It Costs Sellers Millions)

14 Jul Your Partner Dies, His Spouse Now Owns Half: How to Avoid a Family Business Disaster

07 Jul You Think It’s Just a Contract—Until It Costs You Millions: The Dangers in the Purchase Agreement Fine Print

01 Jul How and When Your Kids Get the Money: Avoiding the Too-Much-Too-Soon Inheritance Wipeout

24 Jun Trust Protector – The Failsafe for Your Estate Plan

17 Jun What Every Adult Child Should Do After a Parent’s Death

10 Jun Why Digital Assets Are the Most Overlooked—and Most Vulnerable—Part of Your Estate

03 Jun Why Trust Isn’t Enough in Deals with Family and Friends

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