C.N., Private Buyer Client
"Working with BTA I was able to define many of the factors that were important to me relative to the type of business I wanted. BTA uncovered businesses that met my specific criteria and from discussions with the Owners, BTA produced a comprehensive profile of each business that was very helpful to me in my screening process. As a result, I was able to select only companies that appealed to me. I had a significant number of businesses which I considered. BTA gave me as much help as I wanted with the subsequent review of a business. I am extremely pleased with the process used by BTA and the services provide. I would recommend it highly to anyone beginning the business search process."

R.B., Lawyer
"The clients Rick has referred to us come disciplined and focused--which enables the professionals on the deal to be utilized efficiently. Rick plays the impresario's role impeccably, enabling his clients (even first-time buyers) to act with confidence throughout the transaction."

S.H., Private Buyer Client
"I used Rick on my most recent business acquisition. His system is effective and Rick's is there to help you along the path from search to close. I would highly recommend Rick to anyone who is serious about buying a business."

E.Y., Executive Placement Professional
"Rick Taft from Business Transfer Alliance gave a very informative seminar to our Senior Executive group on Buying and Evaluating a small business. Rick is not a business broker, but is an independent consultant/buyer advocate - working with prospective business buyers using a disciplined systematic process. Much of what he does very nicely dovetails what we "preach" to our clients. "

D.B., lender.
"Rick and I have collaborated in several instances involving his clients, who were attempting to acquire a business, on possible financing scenarios to accomplish the contemplated transactions (some of which have resulted in business opportunities for the bank). In every case Rick came prepared with creative suggestions on how to structure a deal, a thorough knowledge of the cash flow components of the business and how they would be impacted by the transaction as well as a willingness to accept suggestions to help his client achieve the goal. He is able to quickly identify the critical elements of these transactions and detail them in the business plans presented. I recommend him without reservation."

J.J., Private Buyer Client
"Initially Rick helped me to understand what kind of business to look for. Then he helped me to find likely candidates and manage the process of acquisition. Perhaps most importantly, along the way he taught me how to make the critical transition from corporate executive to small business owner."