Starting a business in Mikkeli

Dreaming of running your own business? Starting a company is a big step toward new opportunities – and it comes with many moving parts.

Whether you are building something entirely new or taking your first steps as an entrepreneur in Finland, we are here to guide you through the process.

Together with our trusted partner, the Mikkeli Region New Business Center, we help you take your first steps and ensure you have the right information, tools, and networks from the very beginning.

When starting a new business, we will go through the following topics with you:

Your business idea and business plan
Choosing the appropriate legal form
The financial calculations needed to get started
Funding opportunities
Permits and premises

More information about starting a business, please visit Mikkeli Region New Business Center.

Buying a business

Buying a business is a smart option if you are planning to become an entrepreneur. It is also a way to expand and grow your existing business. Acquiring an established company offers many advantages: an existing customer base, a proven business model, and ready-made networks.

Buying a business can accelerate your path to generating revenue. You step into a moving train – the business is already running, and the direction is set.

Often the former owner remains involved for a transition period after the ownership transfer. This helps pass on valuable tacit knowledge. After the transaction, however, the buyer has full responsibility and the freedom to develop the business further.

Where to find businesses for sale

There are several ways to search for businesses on the market. For example, MikseiMikkeli maintains a listing platform (LINK TO BUSINESSES FOR SALE), where you can find local companies for sale. In addition, several national operators offer listings in various industries.

Some businesses are sold discreetly and are not listed publicly. It is always a good idea to ask us directly.

Key steps when buying a business