12 Jun Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your Company?
Like many things in life, timing can be everything when it comes to selling your company. Every day more and more baby-boomers are now reaching retirement age. Soon,...
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06 Jun If You’re Selling, Get Ready to Expect the Unexpected!
Many experts agree that the best time to prepare to sell your business is when you start your business. That may sound extreme. However, few business owners reach that...
04 Jun Going Far in Entrepreneurship: What Matters Most
By: Chris Savage and originally posted on AlleyWatch If you’ve read anything about entrepreneurship you’ve likely come across the quote, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want...
22 May How Your Employees Can Boost Profits and Values
The simple fact is that without employees, you don't have a business. Given the tremendous importance of your employees, it is important to step back and reflect on the...
14 May Around the Web: A Month in Summary
A recent article posted on the Axial Forum entitled “What Do Buyers Look for in the Lower Middle Market?” explains how to make your business valuable to potential buyers and...
08 May Don’t Let the Dust Settle on Your Lease: 8 Factors to Consider
Owners often neglect understanding their leases and this can be problematic. If your business is location-sensitive, then the status of your lease could be of paramount importance. Restaurants...
30 Apr The Importance of the Term Sheet
The value of the term sheet shouldn't be overlooked. From buyers and sellers to advisors and intermediaries, the term sheet is often used before the creation of an actual...
24 Apr Your Deal is Almost Done, Then Again, Maybe Not
Having a letter of intent signed by both the buyer and the seller can be a very good feeling. Everything can seem as though it is moving along just...
18 Apr Around the Web: A Month in Summary
A recent article from Small Business Trends entitled “41% of Entrepreneurs Will Leave Their Small Business Behind in 5 Years” summarizes a report by a global financial services firm that...
09 Apr Three Easy & Effective Ways to Negotiate
Far too many prospective business buyers and sellers overlook just how important negotiations can be. But they can also be tricky. In general, there are three approaches to negotiations....