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No Exit Plan, But Need to Sell
May 22, 2017
At the end of a long business career, it can be difficult to know what to do next. This is why exit planning before you reach the point of retirement is so important. Here are three key areas to focus on when creating a plan.
Timing an Exit
May 17, 2017
The most important thing to consider in exiting is timing. The sooner you have a plan in place to help you decide the most relevant time for you to act on it, the more secure your exit will be.
5 Ways to Manage Unsolicited Approaches from Business Buyers
May 10, 2017
An in-depth look at 5 ways to work through any unsolicited offers you receive for your business so you are not making any rush decisions which could negatively impact your solvency or prevent you from accepting an offer that has better fair market value.
The Importance of Projections in Determining Business Value
May 10, 2017
It's no secret that valuations are a big part of the business selling process, and it's a critical step. Weighing future projections is a key component to determining the fair market value.
Four Simple Ways to Increase Your Business Value
May 08, 2017
Author and speaker of M&A and business finance, Brad Mewes, discusses four simple ways to increase your business value through organic growth, cost reduction, new developments and acquisitions.
The Four Main Reasons Acquisitions Fail
May 03, 2017
You've successfully completed an acquisition, but will this business thrive under your care? Here are four main reasons why acquisitions fail and what you can do to avoid them.
Key Concepts for Successful Deals
May 01, 2017
A high-level view of the buy-side and sell-side processes, and a framework for thinking about and planning each.
How to Structure the Right Investment Banking Engagement Letter
April 26, 2017
If you need an investment banking engagement letter, you need to know what to include and how to word it. Here are the critical terms of agreement you should have in your letter so both parties are looked after.
The Value of a Valuation
April 24, 2017
The best valuations cover all the basis. Are you getting the best? Find out what nuances are often overlooked in a business valuation and take steps today to avoid these pitfalls.
The Only Valuation Method that Really Matters
April 17, 2017
There are many ways to do a business valuation, but is it the right one? For most buyers, there's only one business valuation that matters: theirs. Learn how to tailor your valuations to your buyer's preferences.
