Buyers of business like yours pay more for specific things, including profit margin, consistency, and growth, but there's more to it than just nailing those points. Here's a few tips that will be worth a lot of money when it's time for you to sell your company.
6 Secrets to Selling Your Business
The silver tsunami isn’t just about retirement. It’s about millions of business owners preparing to sell their companies over the next decade. Here’s why founders should start planning years before they want to exit.
Many business owners focus on the purchase price but overlook the deal terms that can impact what they actually take home. Here’s why understanding the net working capital peg before signing a letter of intent matters.
Taxes can dramatically change what founders actually keep after selling a business. In this video, Kirk Michie introduces Section 1202, also known as the Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) exemption, and explains why founders should understand these rules long before going to market.
Many founders are surprised to learn that part of their sale proceeds may be tied up after closing. In this video, Kirk Michie explains how Rep & Warranty Insurance can sometimes reduce escrow requirements and help sellers keep more cash upfront.
Many founders focus on valuation and overlook what happens after closing. A transition services agreement can quietly shape your role, responsibilities, and time commitment long after the deal is signed.
Many founders hear terms like “platform company” or “tuck-in acquisition” during a sale process without understanding what they actually mean. In this video, Kirk Michie explains how private equity firms categorize businesses and why those labels can directly affect valuation multiples.
