10/05/2026
Buying a business means acquiring more than its equipment, inventory, and customer list, you may also be paying for its intellectual property.
Before signing the purchase agreement, verify who actually owns the:
✔️ Trademarks and brand names
✔️ Copyrights and creative assets
✔️ Patents and inventions
✔️ Domain names and digital accounts
✔️ Licenses and usage rights
Also check for ownership disputes, expired registrations, liens, restrictions, or licenses that may not transfer with the sale. USPTO records can reflect assignments and other transactions affecting patent and trademark ownership.
Unresolved IP issues can affect the purchase price, and whether you receive the assets you thought you were buying.
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