Why Sell Your Company?
Selling one's business can be a traumatic and emotional event.…
Who Is the Buyer?
Buyers buy a business for many of the same reasons that sellers…
Rating Today's Business Buyers
Once the decision to sell has been made, the business owner should…
Today's Business Buyer: A Profile
Today's independent business marketplace attracts a wide variety…
Why Do Deals Fall Apart?
In many cases, the buyer and seller reach a tentative agreement…
Buying (or Selling) a Business
The following is some basic information for anyone considering…
Why Do Deals Fall Apart?
In many cases, the buyer and seller reach a tentative agreement…
Why is seller financing so important to the sale of my business?
Surveys have shown that a seller who asks for all cash, receives…
What happens when there is a buyer for my business?
When a buyer is sufficiently interested in your business, he…
What can I do to help sell my business?
A buyer will want up-to-date financial information. If you use…
What can business brokers do - and, what can't they do?
Business brokers are the professionals who will facilitate the…
How long does it take to sell my business?
It generally takes, on average, between five to eight months…
Do I need an attorney?
It may be advisable to have an attorney review the legal documents.…
Why should I go to a business broker?
A professional business broker can be helpful in many ways. They…
What happens when I find a business I want to buy?
When you find a business, the business broker will be able to…
What does it take to be successful?
Certainly, you need adequate capital to buy the business and…
What should I Look for?
Obviously, you want to consider only those businesses that you…
How are businesses priced?
Generally, at the outset, a prospective seller will ask the business…