Complete the enquiry form in full
Ensure that you take the time to submit a full enquiry to the advertiser. This will ensure that they have sufficient information to make contact with you, as well as an understanding of who you are and what questions you have in relation to the opportunity.
Ensure that you punctuate all comments
It may seem a relatively unimportant matter, however punctuation of your details and your comments go a long way to establishing your professionalism from the start.
Ensure that you use correct terminology
When reviewing applications, many advertisers will be looking to ensure that potential purchasers are ready and capable to purchase the business. Part of this includes having an understanding of the business and associated terminology.
Often, advertisers provide feedback that enquiries provided by some users incorrectly refer to financial terms or refer to issues that are irrelevant for the sale type. Take a moment to ensure that your enquiry is suitable for the advertisement and that what you have written is correct.
Provide some background
Where possible, provide some information about your professional and financial capacity to purchase. Any comments in relation to experience and capacity will provide added weight to your enquiry.
Be polite
Remember that when making an enquiry for further information, you are requesting access to a vendor's personal information. Ensure that you are polite in your request.
Apply to the correct advertisement!
Occasionally, advertisers advise us that they think they have received an enquiry for another advertisement. Take the time to ensure that you are submitting an enquiry for the right advertisement.
Tell the truth
Above all else, tell the truth. Sale of business is more often than not a small, niche industry. It is important both for you and the advertiser that you represent yourself truthfully.
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