Growth through acquisition is quicker, cheaper, and far less risky than other methods of growing a company. Almost all large companies use acquisition to grow. This book shows how small and mid-size companies can also expand by making strategic acquisitions. This book details every step in the process, including: finding acquisition targets, evaluating and valuing potential acquisitions, financing, negotiating, and finalizing a deal. It even includes a section on the common mistakes business buyers all too often make.