Buying a business

When it comes to buying a business, knowledge is key. Find out what you can and should know about a business you’re considering buying and what you’ll need for financing your purchase.

Business valuation

Learn about the different business valuation techniques that are commonly used to determine what a business is worth, such as asset valuation, capitalised future earnings, earnings multiple and comparable sales.

• Read more about business valuation

Finance your purchase

If you’re planning to borrow to finance your business purchase, find out what financial information you’ll need when talking to your Business Banker, as well as common pitfalls to avoid. 

• Read more about how to secure finance

Building a successful business: Watch part one of the Vivo café case study with founder Angela Vithoulkas.

Business toolkit

• Buying a business checklist
• Financial plan template
• Business start-up checklist
• Buying a franchise checklist
• Local Business Starter Pack

Business essentials

• Organise a business review
• Business account selector
• The Better Business Package
• Business loans
• Car and equipment finance

Expert advice & insight

• Business Sales Indicator
• Business insights
• BetterBusiness
• Business finance

Important information 
As this advice has been prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs, you should, before acting on the advice, consider its appropriateness to your circumstances. All products mentioned on this web page are issued by the Commonwealth Bank of Australia; view our Financial Services Guide (PDF 59kb).