Thinking about buying or selling a business in Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, or anywhere in the Charleston area? Maybe you’ve built something valuable and you’re ready for your next chapter. Or maybe you’ve found the right opportunity and want to take the leap into ownership. Either way, the decisions you make now can have a lasting impact on your future.
At Buxton & Collie, LLC, we help Charleston-area business owners and buyers navigate the sale or purchase of a business with confidence. From negotiating the deal to reviewing contracts and closing the transaction, we’re here to protect your interests and help you avoid surprises along the way.
Whether you’re eyeing a retail shop in downtown Charleston, selling a franchise in North Charleston, or investing in a professional service business in Summerville, here’s what you can expect and how our team can help.
Before any paperwork is signed, it’s important to define what success looks like. Are you aiming to retire? Expand? Start something new? Our attorneys work closely with business owners across the Lowcountry to clarify your priorities and structure the deal accordingly.
Whether you’re buying a boutique on King Street or selling your restaurant in James Island, due diligence matters. This phase involves digging into financials, contracts, leases, licenses, and potential liabilities. We’ll help uncover red flags and give you a clear view of what you’re really stepping into or letting go of.
A strong deal starts with smart negotiation. We know what’s typical—and what’s not—for business transactions in the Charleston area. From purchase price to payment terms, non-competes to transition periods, we’ll help you structure a fair deal that reflects your needs and protects your future.
No matter how friendly the deal, the paperwork matters. We draft and review all critical agreements, from asset purchase agreements to employment contracts, to ensure your rights are protected and everyone’s expectations are aligned.
From coordinating with brokers, accountants, and lenders to filing final documents with the Secretary of State, we manage the details so you can focus on what comes next. Our team will walk you through the final steps, making sure everything is done right.
Whether you’re handing over a long-running business in Goose Creek or stepping into ownership of a new venture in West Ashley, what happens after the deal closes matters. We help you plan for a successful transition, whether that includes training the new owner, notifying customers, or transferring licenses and vendor agreements. Our goal is to ensure the business keeps running smoothly long after the ink dries.
At Buxton & Collie, we’ve helped buyers and sellers across Charleston whether in Daniel Island, Mount Pleasant, or beyond, close successful business transactions with clarity and peace of mind. We understand that every business has its own story and its own risks. That’s why we provide hands-on guidance tailored to your situation, from the first conversation to the final signature. Let’s make your next move a smart one. Reach out to our team now.
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