Buying and Selling Distressed Businesses provides an authoritative, insiders perspective on best practices for purchasing and selling the assets of a debtor in a Chapter 11 case under Section 363 of the Bankruptcy Code. Featuring partners from some of the nations leading law firms, this book guides the reader through how the Chapter 11 practice is changing, the factors driving these changes, and what it means for the sale of distressed businesses. From analyzing buyer objectives and preparing for the negotiation process to managing successor liability risk and working with the bankruptcy court, these top lawyers give tips on assisting clients during the bankruptcy acquisitions process and avoiding common mistakes. Additionally, these leaders discuss recent notable distressed business sales, the strategies involved, and what clients and counsel can learn from these deals. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts on the keys to success within this competitive field.

Buying and Selling Distressed Businesses provides an authoritative, insiders perspective on best practices for engaging in distressed business sales in the wake of the global economic recession. Featuring partners from some of the nations leading law firms, this book guides the reader through the latest trends in distressed business deals and examines why companies are selling now, which industries sectors are active, and the current risks and opportunities involved. From Philadelphia Newspapers and General Growth Properties to General Motors and Chrysler, these top lawyers analyze significant recent cases and how they are continuing to impact todays deal strategies. They evaluate the latest tactics for approaching distressed business transactions for both buyers and sellers and reveal proven guidance for structuring sales, negotiating terms, and navigating the sale and action process. In addition, these leaders discuss avoiding common errors, working effectively with clients, and adapting to a clients changing objectives and investment goals. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts on the keys to success within this ever-evolving field.

Buying and Selling Distressed Businesses is an authoritative, insiders perspective on key strategies for transactions involving distressed businesses both before and after a bankruptcy filing. Featuring partners from some of the nations leading law firms, these experts guide the reader through the advantages and disadvantages of various types of transactions from the perspective of both the buyer and seller. These top lawyers offer tips on determining readiness to sell, undertaking appropriate due diligence, and effectively negotiating in todays economic climate. Additionally, these authors highlight the most common pitfalls for distressed company officers and directors, including a discussion of illustrative cases such as Bridgeport Holdings and The Brown Schools, and practical steps that can be undertaken to mitigate potential risks. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to navigating this ever-evolving area of law.

Why would anyone want to invest in a company that has declared or is near bankruptcy? Most people would not want to touch such a stock but there are many who specialize in this very field. Distressed securities are the securities such as stocks, bonds, other financial claims of a company that is close to or has reached financial distress. If a company has filed for bankruptcy, it is under financial distress. This category also includes bank debt and non-performing loans. They fail to make regular interest or principal payments, and they trade at yields higher than those of similar dated Treasuries. Who would want to invest here? Once their financial distress becomes evident, there is lot of panic selling and these then trade at deep discounts. At this stage, they present an attractive opportunity to anyone who has analysed their true worth. In recent years, private firms such as hedge funds, private equity firms have been among the largest buyers of distressed securities. They hold the securities until they have appreciated, and then sell them. This book examines the fundamental issues in relating to buying and selling of distressed companies. It is a sequel to the first highly successful book by the same author: Fundamentals of buying and selling companies.

A hands-on tool for conducting the successful, profitable sale of a business As business owners gray, trends have shown that they start thinking of cashing out. Selling Your Business For Dummies gives readers expert tips on every aspect of selling a business, from establishing a realistic value to putting their business on the market to closing the deal. It helps them create sound exit plans, find and qualify, find and qualify a buyer, conduct a sale negotiation, and successfully transition the business to a new owner. The accompanying CD is packed with useful questionnaires, worksheets, and forms for prospective sellers, as well as a blueprint for customizing and assembling information into business sale presentation materials sale presentation materials --including snapshots of revenue and profit history, financial condition, market conditions, brand value, competitive arena, growth potential, confidentiality agreements, and other information that supports the sale price. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file. Please refer to the book's Introduction section for instructions on how to download the companion files from the publisher's website.

In this comprehensive guide, two specialists take the reader step-by-step through the entire process, from how to determine when the time is right to sell to negotiating the final terms.