Questions owners ask before they call.
If yours isn't here, ask us directly. Every conversation is confidential.
Do I have to be ready to sell to talk to you?
No. Many of our conversations are with owners who are two to five years out and want to know where they stand and what to work on.
Will my employees find out?
Not from us. We market businesses without naming them, and buyers get identifying details only after signing an NDA and your approval.
How long does a sale take?
It depends on the business and how prepared it is, but small-business sales commonly take several months to a year from listing to close.
How do you figure out what my business is worth?
Most small businesses are priced as a multiple of seller's discretionary earnings, adjusted for risk factors like owner dependency and customer concentration. We walk you through the reasoning, not just the number.
What do you charge to sell a business?
[Fee structure: success fee on sale, any upfront fees.] We'll walk through it on the first call.
What does exit planning cost?
We offer three programs, from a one-time Readiness Review to a multi-year Exit Advantage program. Compare the programs.
Will I have to stay on after the sale?
Usually for some transition period, often a few weeks to a few months, to introduce the buyer to customers and staff. It's negotiated as part of the deal.
Can a buyer get financing?
Often, yes. Many small-business purchases use SBA loans, and seller financing for part of the price is common. Clean financials make financing much easier.
What size businesses do you work with?
[Target range, e.g. revenue or earnings band.]
What states do you work in?
We currently work with owners in 32 states. See the full list.
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