{"id":4454,"date":"2016-04-04T10:47:30","date_gmt":"2016-04-04T15:47:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.findlaw-admin.com\/ability-law\/smallbusiness\/business-finances\/merging-with-another-business-questions-for-intermediaries.html"},"modified":"2024-06-06T04:17:08","modified_gmt":"2024-06-06T09:17:08","slug":"merging-with-another-business-questions-for-intermediaries","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-finances\/merging-with-another-business-questions-for-intermediaries.html","title":{"rendered":"Merging with Another Business – Questions for Intermediaries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Merging with Another Business – Questions for Intermediaries<\/h1>\n
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If you are thinking of merging<\/a> your business with another, chances are you’ll want to consult with an intermediary for the process. An intermediary acts as a "middle person," representing either the buyer or the seller, and can help structure and negotiate the deal.<\/p>\n

Is an intermediary a lawyer? No. Is an intermediary an accountant? No. An experienced attorney will handle all the details of the merger agreement<\/a>, while the accountants perform comprehensive financial analysis. Simply put, an intermediary helps execute the merger and acquisitions process.<\/p>\n

Choosing the right intermediary<\/a> is crucial to the success of your transaction. The following list of questions can help you determine if the intermediary is qualified to represent you in this undertaking<\/p>\n

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