Selling a Business




Recent Selling a Business Articles

Percolating Business-For-Sale Marketplace

As the economy recovers, business brokers are optimistic that both buyers and sellers will be more aggressive in the business-for-sale marketplace.  Read more

Buy a Business From Your Mobile Phone?

Not yet. But business buyers are increasingly shopping for potential business acquisitions anytime, anywhere, on mobile devices.  Read more

Really! Treat Everyday Like It's Tax Season

Sooner or later, prospective buyers will need to verify your company's financials--and that's when the time and effort you invest in good bookkeeping starts ...  Read more

Fisker: Better Off Without Its Founder?

Henrik Fisker resigned Wednesday from the electric vehicle company he started. Can Fisker Automotive bounce back without him?  Read more

What If Your Gut Is (Gasp!) Wrong?

Chip and Dan Heath, authors of Decisive: How to Make Better Choices in Life and Work , on how to make better executive decisions  Read more

What to Tell Customers When Selling Your Business

Selling a business can be a complicated process. But don't forget about your customers--the people who will continue to patronize the business after you're l...  Read more

What to Tell Employees During an Ownership Transition

Ownership transitions can be tricky. Don't exclude the backbone of the business--your employees.  Read more

What's Your Company Really Worth?

Here are the approaches buyers will use to determine your company's current value and prospects for growth.  Read more

5 Characteristics of a Qualified Business Buyer

In the business-for-sale marketplace, window-shoppers waste precious time and resources. Here what to look for in a qualified buyer.  Read more

Is an Acquihire Right for You?

7 tips for start-up founders who are thinking about selling out--and becoming someone else's employee  Read more

What 2012 Business Sale Trends Mean For 2013

New data shows that sellers pushed to unload their small businesses before the possibility of a Fiscal Cliff and higher tax rates. What does this mean for 2013?  Read more

6 Reasons to Choose a Strategic Buyer Over Private Equity

Nine years and three suitors after he was first approached, this entrepreneur decided to sell to a publicly-traded strategic buyer. Here's why.  Read more

Is Seller Financing For You?

In today's challenging business-for-sale market, buyers expect some form of seller financing. But if you aren't careful, seller financing could sink you.  Read more

Evernote Founder Phil Libin's Rule for Success: No Tricks

Phil Libin, the founder of Evernote, once used sleight-of-hand to play up strengths and downplay weakness. He's found a better strategy for building strong r...  Read more

Selling Your Business: Timing Is Everything

Knowing the right time to sell is key to getting the best return for your business. Here are five things to consider about your exit strategy.  Read more