The Critical Importance of Confidentiality in Selling Your Business
Maintaining confidentiality should be placed at the top of your “to-do” list when selling a business. The tremendous importance of maintaining confidentiality is difficult to overstate and stands as one of the key reasons that any seller should opt to work with a business broker or M&A advisor. Every seller should remember that a breach in confidentiality can quickly kill a...Read More
Understanding the Complexities of Buyer Motivation
Negotiations can often be both perplexing and delicate. A simple misstep can jeopardize what could have been a great deal. One key but often overlooked tool in any negotiation is to pause and consider the wants, needs, and desires of the other party. Contemplating the ideal outcome for them can work wonders. Understanding what motivates a buyer is crucial for a successful outcome. At the...Read More
Considering Seller Financing
Many sellers are surprised to learn that seller financing is very common. In fact, sellers should realize that there is a good chance that in order to sell their business, they will have to consider offering seller financing. What is Seller Financing? Seller financing essentially occurs when the seller provides a loan to cover some part of the purchase price. It is common for the rest...Read More