Services for Searchers

Structured support for a disciplined acquisition search

Start your search with the proper structure, systems, and deal support in place so that you can spend more time evaluating opportunities and less time handling paperwork.

SEARCHER SERVICES

Services for anEfficient Search

An effective acquisition search requires both operational structure and consistent deal flow. Our Services provide entity formation, financial separation, curated deal sourcing, and search support designed specifically for ETA Searchers.

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Search Entity

Entity formation and financial readiness

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Search Assistant

Curated deal sourcing & pipeline management

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Support for Operators

Already purchased a business? Explore our Operator Services.

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SEARCH ENTITY SETUP

Entity Formation and ExpenseReadiness for New Searchers

Search Entity is a done-for-you service that establishes a formal search vehicle and financial structure at the start of your acquisition journey. It also allows you to write off your search expenses (including your Lab membership, since it's included in the cost). This setup ensures proper expense tracking, dedicated banking, and clear financial separation from day one.

LLC Formation

Search vehicle entity registration and documentation.

EIN Creation

Federal EIN coordination for banking and operational use.

Business Bank Account Setup

Support when establishing dedicated banking for your search.

Search Entity Guides

Reference guides for leveraging your search entity.

Additional Support

Search Entity Manager plan includes QuickBooks configuration and in-house bookkeeping services.

SEARCH ASSISTANT

Deal Sourcing & PipelineSupport for Active Searchers

Search Assistant expands your sourcing reach while reducing manual review time. Lab members receive curated deal flow aligned with their defined acquisition criteria, allowing more focus on evaluating qualified opportunities.

Access Deals from 50+ Sources

Includes results from broker feeds, marketplaces, and curated channels.

Buy-Box-Matched Alerts

Opportunities are filtered to match your defined acquisition criteria.

Financial Model Support

Support building financial models so you can test assumptions with qualified opportunities.

Structured Deal Summaries

Standardized breakdowns of financial and operational highlights.

Searcher Dashboard

A clean interface to review deals, express interest, and track progress.

PLANS

Structured Support forEach Phase of Your Search

Compare each service option below to determine which plans align with your needs. All Lab members receive everything in the Search Setup plan as part of their membership.

Search Entity

Included for new Acquisition Lab members
  • LLC Formation
  • EIN creation & acquisition
  • Business bank account setup
  • Search expense guides
  • Streamlined setup and operation

Search Entity Manager

  • LLC Formation
  • EIN creation & acquisition
  • Business bank account setup
  • Searcher expense guides
  • Hassle-free setup and operation
  • QuickBooks included
  • Search entity bookkeeping

Search Assistant

  • Access deals from 50+ sources
  • Buy-box-matched alerts
  • Financial model support
  • Structured deal summaries
  • Searcher dashboard

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Have Questions AboutSearcher Services?

Every search requires structure and discipline. If you're ready to formalize your search vehicle or expand your deal flow, our team can help you determine the right support.