Why Buying a Retiring Business Can Be the Smartest Move for Entrepreneurs

Jeremy Vos
August 1, 2025

If you're looking for a faster path to ownership, buying a business from a retiring owner may be your best move. In this Entrepreneur article, Jessica Fialkovich explains why small business acquisition is gaining momentum, especially among younger entrepreneurs.

“Boomer-owned businesses tend to be in better financial and operational shape than others; the longer it’s been in operation, the better its track record.”

She outlines how buying an existing business — particularly one owned by Baby Boomers — offers lower risk and immediate stability. With millions of businesses for sale by retiring baby boomers, the opportunity for entrepreneurship through acquisition is stronger than ever.

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Entrepreneur – Why Buying a Retiring Business Is the Smartest Move

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