I have 5 years worth of experience in private client services as a tax generalist. My view, I don't really enjoy tax much, but I see that no one wants to do tax and is a great business with a lot of market share since most accountants aren't great at bringing in business which I am. Therefore, I was thinking of buying a small firm and taking out a business loan/sba. Is this a good option in today's market and how do you make a valuation on a firm?

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Why buy a firm? If you are good at bringing in business just do it.

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