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The Uncle wants a million dollars for the business which includes real estate, and is willing to sell to his niece on a contract for deed. The niece would pay for the business over time with the proceeds of the business. The niece, who currently works in the business, would eventually be the owner, without having to get approved for a bank loan or provide cash for a deposit. Seems like a win-win, right? - [Scott Hislop](https://www.tworldnorthstar.com/blog/author/scott-hislop) - 4 min read - Mar 11, 2020 5:21:03 PM ## [Balance Sheets, Cash Flow Statements, Income Statements, and Taxes: A Quick Overview](https://www.tworldnorthstar.com/blog/balance-sheets-cash-flow-statements-income-statements-and-taxes-a-quick-overview) If you're in the process of buying a business, there's a whole lot of information to take in and digest. If you're not familiar with accounting terms and documents, it can be overwhelming, leaving you wondering just where to begin. - [Scott Hislop](https://www.tworldnorthstar.com/blog/author/scott-hislop) - 4 min read - Oct 17, 2017 8:50:00 AM ## [Why Support and Training from a Previous Business Owner Puts You in A Great Place to Succeed](https://www.tworldnorthstar.com/blog/why-support-and-training-from-a-previous-business-owner-puts-you-in-a-great-place-to-succeed) You're purchasing a business. Congratulations! No matter how much experience you have and what talents you bring to the table, chances are, you have a steep learning curve ahead of you. Your new business may have its own unique processes and systems. That's just part of the reason why obtaining support and training from a previous business owner can be very valuable. - [Brian Caldwell](https://www.tworldnorthstar.com/blog/author/brian-caldwell) - 4 min read - Sep 8, 2017 12:09:00 PM ## [Looking To Buy a Business? 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