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Guides & TutorialsHow to Buy a Coffeeshop in Singapore
Buying a coffeeshop in Singapore means either taking over a stall for S$5,000 to S$50,000 or acquiring the whole premises. Here is how each works.
Guides & TutorialsHow Long Does It Take to Buy a Business in Singapore?
Buying a small business in Singapore takes three to eight weeks from first viewing to trading day. Here is what controls the timeline and what slows it down.
Guides & TutorialsThe Business Handover Process in Singapore, Step by Step
A step-by-step guide to the business handover process in Singapore, from agreement signing to keys, stock count, licence transfers and day-one operations.
Regulations & ComplianceGST Registration When Buying a Business in Singapore
Buying a business in Singapore can trigger GST registration if turnover exceeds S$1 million. Learn the threshold, the TOGC exemption and what to file.
Regulations & ComplianceWhat Happens to Staff in a Business Takeover?
Section 18A moves staff to a new owner only when the business itself is transferred, not in a share or asset-only sale. What buyers and sellers must do.
Regulations & ComplianceSFA Licence Transfer: What F&B Buyers Need to Know
An SFA food shop licence does not transfer with the premises. The incoming operator applies fresh via GoBusiness at S$195 per year. Here is the full process.
Guides & TutorialsHow to Finance a Business Acquisition in Singapore
Five ways to fund a business acquisition in Singapore, from government-backed EFS loans to seller financing. See what each costs and who qualifies.
Guides & TutorialsWhere Can I List My Business for Sale for Free?
Free business-for-sale listings work for small deals, but staff, contracts, or real valuation need a marketplace built for serious buyers. Here's how to choose.
Guides & TutorialsHow to Attract Acquisition Buyers in Singapore
Attracting acquisition buyers in Singapore means positioning for the right buyer type, from first-time owner-operators to expat investors. Here's how.
Guides & TutorialsBuy a Business in Singapore
Learn how to buy a business in Singapore—steps, checks, and FAQs—then browse live listings on SG Business Mart. No sales commission on deals.
Guides & TutorialsThe 90-Day Business Sale Preparation Guide for Singapore
A 90-day plan for preparing a business for sale in Singapore: financial cleanup, reducing owner dependence, and getting the listing buyer-ready.
Guides & TutorialsWhat Documents Do Sellers Need to Sell a Business?
Selling a business in Singapore requires 2-3 years of financials, ownership records, and licenses. See exactly what documents buyers ask for at each stage.