As business owners, we all know owning a business is not about how much money we make, but it’s about how much money we take home. Realize it or not, we all have an unwanted, silent partner in our business taking a large percentage of the profits….taxes. Most business owners do not want to pay…

When you are ready to sell your business, it is important to use a business brokerage firm that has a great system in place. The first step is to develop a professional marketing package specifically for your business. This marketing package is what the potential buyer will review after they have signed a confidentiality agreement.…

The owner of a successful company is considering selling their business, thinking now would be a good time to sell. However, they are told by an outside adviser that since business is good, they should hold on to the business for a few more years and get a higher price for it. On the surface,…

Buying a business can be quite confusing especially when it comes to agreements, contracts, and the titles that go along with them. You may have heard someone use terms like term sheet, letter of intent, offer to purchase, and purchase agreement. They all sound similar but are they? Let’s break down them each individually so…

There are many factors that influence how long your business is on the market. Some factors cannot be controlled, such as the current market condition in which you are selling. However, there are many factors that the seller has control of: • Asking Price in relation to Profit • Transparency of the financial information •…

The short answer is no and here is why selling your business differs from selling your house. Business owners are often looking to sell their business in the shortest amount of time possible. The sale of businesses is often compared to real estate sales and the expectation is often that the business will sell within…

It can be quite flattering when a Private Equity Group, or a client of your CPA or attorney makes an offer to buy your business. However, by accepting their offer, you are potentially missing out on many more offers that could drive up your selling price. Here is What You Need to Do: Take control…

When thinking about becoming your own boss, you may have not considered buying an existing business. Buying an existing business can mean gaining access to new technology, territories, and products that would otherwise take years to grow and develop. In 2018, the financials of small business for sale reached record highs, enabling sellers to ask…

Before You Buy a Business… Get help from a good business broker who understands your needs and what you’re looking for Do some research on the industry you’re considering and get an idea of its future trajectory If you already own a business, figure out how the new business and its employees can be incorporated…