--- title: "Selling a Business: Industry-Specific M&A Guides" description: "Legal guides for selling a business by industry type. Laundromats, franchises, dental practices, restaurants, SaaS companies, and more. Seller-side due diligence preparation, deal structuring, and post-closing protection." canonical: "https://acquisitionstars.com/selling-a-business" firm: "Acquisition Stars" practice: "M&A and securities law" office: "Novi, Michigan (serves clients nationwide)" contact: "consult@acquisitionstars.com | 248-266-2790" --- # Selling a Business Selling a business requires different legal counsel than buying one. Your exposure as a seller is concentrated in representations and warranties, indemnification obligations, and post-closing liability. Each industry has unique risks. Select your industry below for a seller-focused legal guide. 16 industry guides - Nationwide sell-side M&A counsel - Senior counsel on every deal [Looking to buy a business? See our buyer guides →](https://acquisitionstars.com/buying-a-business) Selling in Metro Detroit or Novi specifically? See our [Metro Detroit selling guide](https://acquisitionstars.com/guides/sell-business-metro-detroit), [Novi-area guide](https://acquisitionstars.com/guides/novi-area-business-sales), or [full Michigan selling guide](https://acquisitionstars.com/guides/sell-your-michigan-business). ## Start with your stage of the sale - **Before approaching buyers:** [prepare ownership and transaction records](https://acquisitionstars.com/services/exit-planning) and identify issues to address before diligence. - **Negotiating a live offer:** [sell-side transaction counsel](https://acquisitionstars.com/services/sell-side-ma) helps define the representation needed for the proposed sale. - **Payment continues after closing:** compare [earnouts and seller notes](https://acquisitionstars.com/blog/earnout-vs-seller-note) and the conditions affecting collection. - **Reviewing continuing exposure:** understand [caps, baskets and negotiated exceptions](https://acquisitionstars.com/blog/indemnification-cap-vs-basket) before assuming the sale proceeds are final. Use the industry library below for operating and transfer issues specific to the business. The engagement assessment determines which party the firm would represent. ## Most Common Business Sales ### Selling a Laundromat Asset Sale Lease assignment provisions and landlord Seller disclosure obligations for equipm Read guide → ### Selling a Franchise Franchise Transfer + Asset Sale Franchisor transfer approval process and Right of first refusal Read guide → ### Selling a Car Wash Asset Sale (often includes real estate) Environmental disclosure Real estate structuring Read guide → ## High-Value Business Sales ### Selling a Hotel Entity Sale or Asset Sale (often includes real estate) Franchise flag agreement Management agreement termination or assi Read guide → ### Selling a Gas Station Asset Sale (environmental liability is a primary concern) Environmental disclosure Fuel supply agreement Read guide → ### Selling a Dental Practice Asset Sale Patient record transfer and HIPAA compli Non-compete clause Read guide → ### Selling a Insurance Agency Asset Sale (book of business) Book of business valuation methodology a Earn-out provisions Read guide → ## More Industries ### Selling a Restaurant Asset Sale Lease assignment and landlord consent Liquor license transfer Read guide → ### Selling a Pharmacy Asset Sale DEA registration transfer and state phar PBM Read guide → ### Selling a Auto Dealership Asset Sale or Entity Sale Manufacturer Franchise agreement transfer provisions Read guide → ### Selling a Manufacturing Business Asset Sale or Stock Sale Equipment valuation Customer concentration Read guide → ### Selling a E-commerce Business Asset Sale Digital asset transfer Platform account compliance Read guide → ### Selling a Construction Company Asset Sale or Stock Sale Contractor license transfer Bonding Read guide → ### Selling a Accounting Firm Asset Sale (client list) Client retention provisions Non-compete and non-solicitation clauses Read guide → ### Selling a Home Services Business Asset Sale Contractor license transfer Vehicle fleet Read guide → ### Selling a SaaS Company Asset Sale or Stock Sale Intellectual property ownership Customer contracts Read guide → ## Don't See Your Industry? Our managing partner has sell-side M&A experience across dozens of industries. Submit your transaction details for a preliminary assessment. [Request Engagement Assessment](https://acquisitionstars.com/consultation) Selective M&A practice - Nationwide reach - Senior counsel on every deal --- Source: https://acquisitionstars.com/selling-a-business Markdown version generated for machine readers. Canonical HTML at the source URL.