Selling your business can come with a lot of uncertainties In this Part 2 series we will further discuss if this is the right time to sell your business. Key items discussed: Basics of Business Worth and…
If you want to properly plan for your business’s future, you must know what it’s worth. While succession planning isn’t just about the numbers, the numbers are still important, and includes your valuation. Your business valuation dictates…
Based on our research, 40-60% of a business owner’s net worth is in their business. Do you know what your business is worth? In a 1-hour webinar, we will walk you through the basics of business valuations,…
ESOP Overview An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in simpler terms is defined as an employee benefit plan that offers advantages to business owners and employees. This plan, according to the National Center for Employee Ownership, allows…
There are a number of external and internal factors used by a qualified expert when calculating the value of an existing business. While owners have some control over internal factors, they cannot control external ones. Regardless, each…
Potential buyers are always looking for investments that minimize risk and maximize return. To maximize the value of your privately-held business, you need to understand your value drivers, ensure optimal business operations, and reduce risk and maximize…
For most business owners, one of the single biggest assets they have is the ownership of their closely-held business. So, why would anyone risk gambling with such a large piece of their financial puzzle if something catastrophic…
A business valuation could be for a gift of ownership to children in the family business or to determine the value of a piece of ownership upon the death of one of the shareholders. Or it could simply be…
Planning for the future may not be high on your list of priorities, especially with the everyday demands of running a business. However, it’s proven that those business leaders who are proactive (in other words, those who…
Selling your company may be far off into the future, or it might be just around the corner. Either way, understanding what influences how much your company will sell for can ensure you get the best price…
How is your business doing? “Good,” you say? But is your business really doing well? If you’re basing your response on a feeling instead of tangible measurements, you may be unaware of how your business is truly performing. Successful…
Most people overvalue their business. But knowing the realistic worth of your business will not just help you to maintain your business, but it will help you to successfully run your business. Don’t guess at what your business is worth, and…
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