Recent studies indicate that it now takes, on average, about eight to ten months to sell a small business. This figure seems to increase yearly. Why does it take so long to sell a business? Price and terms are the biggest reasons! It is very important not to overprice the business at the beginning of the sales process. A business will also sell more quickly if there is a reasonable down payment with the seller carrying the balance. Having all of the necessary information right from the … [Read more...]
Advantages of Buying an Existing Business
April 26, 2013 by
1. Established. An existing business is a known entity. It has an established and historical track record. It has a customer or client base, established vendors, and suppliers. It has a physical location and has furniture, fixtures, and equipment all in place. The term “turnkey operation” is overused, but an existing business is just that, plus everything else. New franchises may offer a so-called turnkey business, but it ends there. Start-ups are starting from scratch. 2. Business … [Read more...]
Planning Your Exit
February 15, 2013 by
By: Tom Lindahl, CABI President Transferring your business to the control of someone else is the single most important financial event in every business owner’s life. Transferring it to whom you wish on terms that are favorable is a huge challenge and one that business owners need help with. Think of planning for your exit as planning for the succession in ownership and leadership of the company. The best way for you to exit is with a competent, motivated leadership team executing a proven, … [Read more...]
