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
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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
From One Store to $130 Million Fashion Empire
Intermix founder Khajak Keledjian explains how he went from dodging bombs in Beirut to launching a $130 million fashion empire. Read more
Weed Out Window Shoppers From Prospective Buyers
Tired of wasting your time with unqualified buyers? By asking these five questions, you can begin to separate the lookers from serious buyers. Read more
Pump Added Value Into Your Business
As a small business owner, the best thing you can do for your business is to start building business value now. Read more
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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
Convert Community Goodwill Into Cash
You've worked hard to build your company's reputation in the local community. Convert that goodwill to real value as you prepare to sell your business. Read more
Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
Businesses are like relationships. Sometimes you just need to move on. But how do you know for sure? Read more
The Secret to a Successful Family Succession
You're mistaken if you think that selling your business to a family member will be easier than selling to a stranger. Read more
JJ Ramberg: Get Your Gift Noticed 
The host of MSNBC's Your Business says now might not be the right time to send clients gifts. Here's why. Watch video
Planning Your Exit? Get Creative
Frustrated by a sluggish marketplace, more and more small business owners are relying on creative exit strategies to sell their companies. Read more
Why Small Business Sales Have Dried Up
With the economy experiencing slow but steady growth, why is the business-for-sale marketplace still sluggish? Read more
Is Your Business Broker a Stud or a Dud?
Working with a broker can take a lot off your plate. Here's how to choose the one that's the best fit for your small business sale. Read more
Is It Time to Sell Your Company?
You've built a valuable company that's attractive to potential buyers. How do you cash in without selling out? Read more
Building a Small Business You Can Sell
Here's how to build a small business you can sell--even if your exit is still years away. Read more
