Quick answer
Prepare the main documents that prove what happened, who is involved, what deadline applies, and what outcome you want. If you are buying or selling a small business, start with the notice or agreement, identity details, payment or income records, messages, official correspondence and a short timeline.
Key takeaways
- Prepare the main documents that prove what happened, who is involved, what deadline applies, and what outcome you want. If you are buying or selling a small business, start with the notice or agreement, identity details, payment or income records, messages, official correspondence and a short timeline.

